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YP05 LYC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

184,783 mi
Last recorded184,783 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 LYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 184,783 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 170,492 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 167,699 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 160,340 miles

Offside Front Fog light out

Pass 12 Nov 2021 154,264 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 154,259 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded into rear hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded into rear hose (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 150,463 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 147,440 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 141,911 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 141,901 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault fault code 01435 brake pressure switch (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 135,242 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 135,242 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 126,102 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 126,102 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 116,958 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 116,953 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 112,282 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 92,528 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 81,353 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 81,353 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 70,898 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 56,365 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 56,365 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 41,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 41,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YP05 LYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 YP05 LYC, 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.

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What year was YP05 LYC registered?

YP05 LYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is YP05 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP05 LYC shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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