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LS05 DVM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

319,718 mi
Last recorded319,718 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 DVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 319,718 miles

Oil leak ()

corrosion to under side of vehicle

exhaust system corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2014 318,591 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2014 318,565 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 289,846 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 228,515 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside steering arm has slight play

Pass 12 Jun 2012 228,515 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside steering arm has slight play

Pass 8 Jun 2011 171,214 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 171,214 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 106,667 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 48,953 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 48,953 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2009 48,142 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 48,142 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 45,327 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 45,327 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 27,151 miles

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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LS05 DVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LS05 DVM, 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 LS05 DVM registered?

LS05 DVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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