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LT55 TZJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,048 mi
Last recorded143,048 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 TZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 143,048 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside front fog light inop

Pass 8 Jul 2025 142,395 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2024 141,681 miles

exhaust corroded

surface corrosion forming on suspension arms and hub components

Fail 18 Jul 2024 141,640 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ripped (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

exhaust corroded

surface corrosion forming on suspension arms and hub components

Pass 21 Jul 2023 139,956 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear rear exhaust corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 139,952 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear rear exhaust corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 136,841 miles

exhaust corroding

Pass 23 Sep 2020 133,907 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2019 127,820 miles

exhaust corroding

Pass 25 Sep 2018 119,115 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 119,102 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 108,566 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 99,551 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 90,620 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 78,535 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 73,887 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 73,316 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 72,443 miles

n/s/r reflector has slight damage

Pass 17 Sep 2010 70,410 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2009 67,551 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 62,814 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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LT55 TZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver 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 LT55 TZJ, 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 LT55 TZJ registered?

LT55 TZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is LT55 TZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT55 TZJ 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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