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LT05 LHN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

210,051 mi
Last recorded210,051 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 LHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 210,051 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 208,921 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 203,922 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 203,837 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/65R16 107/105R 8 Ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 189,559 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 176,737 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From rear flex brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From rear flex brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 176,737 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From rear flex brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From rear flex brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 160,553 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 146,908 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 125,832 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 108,266 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 93,985 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 72,855 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 72,855 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 55,028 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 48,160 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 39,793 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 28,253 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 18,357 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 11,160 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 7,157 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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LT05 LHN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LT05 LHN, 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 LT05 LHN registered?

LT05 LHN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LT05 LHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 LHN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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