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VX05 LVA

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,972 mi
Last recorded75,972 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 LVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 75,972 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 75,037 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 75,037 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 73,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside temporary repair to mirror glass

Pass 11 Oct 2022 72,740 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 71,946 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 71,129 miles

o/s and n/s front head lences opaque

Fail 5 Sep 2020 71,129 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

o/s and n/s front head lences opaque

Pass 3 May 2019 69,719 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 69,717 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 67,346 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 64,421 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2016 61,792 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 57,237 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 52,708 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 46,901 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 44,164 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 41,665 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 38,194 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 33,666 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 25,875 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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VX05 LVA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VX05 LVA, 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

How do I check the history of VX05 LVA?

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What year was VX05 LVA registered?

VX05 LVA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is VX05 LVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 LVA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX05 LVA have outstanding finance?

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