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LR05 GZN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

217,823 mi
Last recorded217,823 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 GZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 217,823 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 217,771 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 212,487 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on edges

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Feb 2011 212,242 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres are wearing on edges

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 175,602 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 134,714 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

hub cap fitted at the time of the test

Pass 19 Aug 2009 97,293 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 60,987 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s/rear tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 3 Mar 2009 60,987 miles

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

n/s/rear tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 3 Sep 2008 28,032 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

sparetyre missing

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 GZN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GZN, 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

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What year was LR05 GZN registered?

LR05 GZN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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