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LS55 BWB

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,398 mi
Last recorded81,398 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 BWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 81,398 miles

all susp components corroded

exh poor cond

undertrays fitted at time of test covering testable items

Pass 9 Apr 2025 76,940 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 76,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 74,821 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exh poor cond (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2024 74,821 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exh poor cond (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 72,731 miles

undertrays fitted at time of test

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases poor cond (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 70,961 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 69,826 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 69,236 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 67,727 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 66,380 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 65,154 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 65,151 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 63,394 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 61,379 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 61,379 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 59,241 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 58,224 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 56,900 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 53,667 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 47,989 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 42,659 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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LS55 BWB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LS55 BWB, 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 LS55 BWB registered?

LS55 BWB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 November 2005.

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