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LF05 WCP

2005 Volkswagen Shuttle

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,563 mi
Last recorded125,563 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Shuttle137,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 WCP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelShuttle
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2016 125,563 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Mar 2015 109,024 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

oil leak from water pump housing

Pass 13 Mar 2014 103,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

centre seat belt buckle -2nd row- cover part missing

nearside rear lamp has water ingress where damaged

offside front seat belt bucle cover missing

Fail 13 Mar 2014 103,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

centre seat belt buckle -2nd row- cover part missing

nearside rear lamp has water ingress where damaged

offside front seat belt bucle cover missing

Pass 8 Apr 2013 97,449 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 87,494 miles

offside rear tyre- outer sidewall deteriorated

slight play in right-hand drive shaft splines

Pass 10 Mar 2011 81,647 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 72,861 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 61,751 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 61,757 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2008 49,323 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 49,322 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Shuttle?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,081
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Stop lamp not working 21
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LF05 WCP is a 2005 Volkswagen Shuttle in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 137,177 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF05 WCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Shuttle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF05 WCP registered?

LF05 WCP is a 2005 Volkswagen Shuttle, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LF05 WCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 WCP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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