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LR55 XTS

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

175,134 mi
Last recorded175,134 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 XTS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 175,134 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to perish (6.1.7 (g) (i))

exhaust corroded

general suspension corrosion

under body protection

Pass 25 Apr 2024 172,116 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 13 May 2023 171,346 miles
Fail 6 May 2023 171,334 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective ( STREAKING ) (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 169,368 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 168,046 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 168,017 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

park brake warning light does not come on when applied

Pass 9 Apr 2019 159,328 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 148,449 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 148,297 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure glass (8.1.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 143,382 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 143,381 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 138,094 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 133,489 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 133,473 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 124,769 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 117,460 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 117,460 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 112,903 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 112,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 97,992 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 97,980 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 86,762 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 72,564 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LR55 XTS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 LR55 XTS, 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.

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What year was LR55 XTS registered?

LR55 XTS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is LR55 XTS safe to buy?

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