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LX55 BYB

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

201,633 mi
Last recorded201,633 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 BYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 201,633 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2025 201,623 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 194,932 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2024 194,919 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 188,032 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 178,760 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 178,757 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 168,515 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 162,730 miles

Nearside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge.

Offside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge.

Pass 20 Nov 2019 156,844 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber damping effect feels weak.

Offside Front shock absorber damping effect feels weak.

Fail 19 Nov 2019 156,844 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber damping effect feels weak.

Offside Front shock absorber damping effect feels weak.

Pass 23 Nov 2018 145,057 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 136,973 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 124,788 miles

Rear exhaust very rusty

Fail 16 Nov 2016 124,788 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear exhaust very rusty

Pass 9 Nov 2015 114,826 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2014 106,390 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inside edge of front tyres worn

Pass 26 Nov 2013 97,297 miles

Rear exhaust box in poor condition

Screw in nearside front tyre

Pass 20 Nov 2012 88,177 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2011 75,984 miles

front and rear brake pads look worn recommend check

Pass 8 Nov 2010 66,013 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 53,625 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 53,625 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 42,465 miles

NSF flex brake hose fouling NSF ABS wiring

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 42,465 miles

NSF flex brake hose fouling NSF ABS wiring

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

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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LX55 BYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 LX55 BYB, 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 LX55 BYB registered?

LX55 BYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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