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LS05 FGN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,614 mi
Last recorded140,614 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 FGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Nov 2015 140,614 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 140,523 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre has a cut to cords not greater than 25mm

Pass 6 Sep 2013 137,946 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 128,693 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 116,053 miles

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

nearside front cv gaitor slight leak of grease

Pass 25 Jan 2011 107,705 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 75,067 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 70,266 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 48,165 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 34,232 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 FGN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LS05 FGN, 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 FGN registered?

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

Is LS05 FGN safe to buy?

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