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RJ05 LVS

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

105,957 mi
Last recorded105,957 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 LVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 105,957 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 99,631 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2025 99,631 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 87,117 miles

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 83,071 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 coil springs corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 77,249 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 73,765 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 71,900 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2019 66,803 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 64,018 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 60,262 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 55,762 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 51,372 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 46,896 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 40,686 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 33,752 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 26,961 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 24,165 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 19,149 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 1,440 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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RJ05 LVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 RJ05 LVS, 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 RJ05 LVS registered?

RJ05 LVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is RJ05 LVS safe to buy?

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