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LS55 GZT

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,720 mi
Last recorded129,720 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 GZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 129,720 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded in areas

Fail 26 Nov 2024 129,715 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded in areas

Pass 1 Nov 2023 120,592 miles

CARRIED OUT VEHICLE INSPECTION UNDER WET CONDITIONS.

corrosion to exhaust system.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 14 Sep 2022 115,062 miles

surface corrosion to rear suspension

exhaust rusty and poor condition

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 114,744 miles

engine cover & under cover panel fitted obscuring some testable components.

surface corrosion to exhaust system

Fail 24 Mar 2021 114,744 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

engine cover & under cover panel fitted obscuring some testable components.

surface corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 6 Jun 2019 113,600 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 113,598 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 112,295 miles

exhaust centre box deteriorated no blows

Fail 4 Apr 2018 112,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

exhaust centre box deteriorated no blows

Pass 21 Dec 2016 109,127 miles

centre exhaust box deteriorated/corroded no blows

Fail 21 Dec 2016 109,127 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust box deteriorated/corroded no blows

Pass 17 Dec 2015 104,338 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 96,892 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 86,039 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 71,834 miles

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Nov 2012 71,834 miles

Front Hand operated control valve lever inoperable from the driving position (3.2.2b)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2011 58,322 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 48,384 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 38,857 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 29,064 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 GZT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GZT, 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 GZT registered?

LS55 GZT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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The MOT history for LS55 GZT shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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