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VF55 LZM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,898 mi
Last recorded117,898 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 LZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 117,898 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 116,892 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 115,539 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 113,404 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 110,403 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 8 Nov 2021 110,403 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 3 Nov 2020 107,501 miles

spare wheel tyre is perished showing cords, dangerous if fitted

Fail 3 Nov 2020 107,501 miles

Shock absorbers insecurely attached both rear lower bushes (5.3.2 (a) (i))

spare wheel tyre is perished showing cords, dangerous if fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2019 105,573 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 100,323 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing spare tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 100,322 miles

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing spare tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake pad wear indicator light is illuminated

Pass 24 Oct 2017 96,488 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 92,275 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated on the sidewall

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated within the tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 88,259 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 84,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 84,499 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 80,447 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 75,667 miles

slight playat n/s front steering arm inner ball joint

very slight surface rust on exhaust system

Fail 15 Nov 2012 75,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight playat n/s front steering arm inner ball joint

very slight surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 19 Oct 2011 70,110 miles

exhaust rusty

front and rear discs appear worn

front and rear pads appear to be getting low

Fail 19 Oct 2011 701,100 miles

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

exhaust rusty

front and rear discs appear worn

front and rear pads appear to be getting low

Pass 3 Nov 2010 65,426 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 54,976 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 51,960 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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VF55 LZM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VF55 LZM, 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 VF55 LZM registered?

VF55 LZM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is VF55 LZM safe to buy?

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