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LS05 TNX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

121,700 mi
Last recorded121,700 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 TNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 121,700 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded VARIOUS BRAKE PIPES (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S AND O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 117,612 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint gaiter deteriorated but not leaking

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Various power steering pipes corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2024 112,057 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 112,057 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners hanging from rear view mirror. ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 May 2023 108,997 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2022 101,920 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2022 101,920 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2021 91,366 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2020 87,623 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 81,611 miles

both rear shock absorber upper casings are corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2019 81,610 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear shock absorber upper casings are corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2018 74,598 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 65,988 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 65,988 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 58,789 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 51,251 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 45,569 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 38,453 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2012 29,310 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 29,310 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 24,035 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 20,137 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 20,137 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 17,603 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 12,405 miles

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)

offside front mirror outer casing is 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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LS05 TNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 TNX, 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 LS05 TNX registered?

LS05 TNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is LS05 TNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 TNX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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