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LX54 EFV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

229,564 mi
Last recorded229,564 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX54 EFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 229,564 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 225,192 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 220,362 miles

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

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 220,362 miles

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

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 213,284 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 213,284 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 May 2019 197,385 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 197,384 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 187,973 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 May 2018 187,973 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2017 170,402 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 170,402 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 146,142 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 129,430 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 129,389 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Dec 2013 110,524 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear baby seats fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2012 101,140 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Dec 2011 83,409 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

all rear seat are not present at the tome of test

Pass 1 Sep 2010 57,777 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2009 53,451 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2009 50,510 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Aug 2008 44,234 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 35,792 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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LX54 EFV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LX54 EFV, 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 LX54 EFV registered?

LX54 EFV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is LX54 EFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX54 EFV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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