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WM05 LBA

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

159,656 mi
Last recorded159,656 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 LBA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 159,656 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded Both(Offside & Nearside) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 156,133 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2025 156,132 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 152,932 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 149,303 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 149,303 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2022 140,624 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 136,955 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 136,955 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded by flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 134,345 miles

O/s and N/s rear brake pipes rusty.Advise new ones before next Mot

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2020 134,345 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

O/s and N/s rear brake pipes rusty.Advise new ones before next Mot

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 127,542 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 21 May 2019 127,542 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 119,071 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 107,465 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

o/s mirror damged

Pass 24 Jun 2016 96,460 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 96,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working Offside and nearside (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 89,036 miles

rear silencer covers deteriated

Fail 4 Jul 2014 81,390 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 81,390 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 72,056 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 72,052 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 61,932 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 53,978 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 44,890 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 35,780 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 30,273 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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WM05 LBA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WM05 LBA, 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 WM05 LBA registered?

WM05 LBA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is WM05 LBA safe to buy?

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