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LR05 FYD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

93,399 mi
Last recorded93,399 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 FYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 93,399 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 May 2015 93,399 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2014 83,291 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 May 2014 83,291 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

b/ pad ware light on

Pass 22 May 2013 74,065 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 74,065 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2012 65,761 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 May 2012 65,761 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2011 56,686 miles

n/side door mirror

Fail 20 May 2011 56,686 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

n/side door mirror

Pass 1 Jun 2010 48,755 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 41,516 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 33,967 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 33,961 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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LR05 FYD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 124,669 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR05 FYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LR05 FYD?

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What year was LR05 FYD registered?

LR05 FYD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is LR05 FYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 FYD shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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