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LX05 CWJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

142,350 mi
Last recorded142,350 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 CWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 142,350 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 142,344 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 128,804 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 8 Aug 2015 128,804 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt N/S + O/S (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Front & Rear (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement N/S + O/S (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Front And Rear (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 115,885 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 115,885 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 97,797 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

N/S/F Steering Arm Has Slight Play

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2013 97,797 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

N/S/F Steering Arm Has Slight Play

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 79,001 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 8 Sep 2012 79,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 62,558 miles

cut in nearside front tyre wall

Pass 22 Sep 2010 48,093 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 48,093 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 37,372 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 25,637 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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LX05 CWJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX05 CWJ, 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 LX05 CWJ registered?

LX05 CWJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is LX05 CWJ safe to buy?

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