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LW05 TWG

2005 Toyota Ipsum

Black Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,103 mi
Last recorded98,103 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Ipsum105,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW05 TWG
MakeToyota
ModelIpsum
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 98,103 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 91,276 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 85,223 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 78,059 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 69,830 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 69,815 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 63,619 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 57,817 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 57,817 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Spare wheel likely to become detached (6.1.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2018 47,785 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 45,314 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Ipsum?

Based on 4,018 MOT tests across 382 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
6,666
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 181
constant velocity joint gaiter split 144
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 119
position lamp(s) not working 102
Stop lamp not working 84
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LW05 TWG is a 2005 Toyota Ipsum in Black with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Ipsum models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 105,509 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Ipsum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 181 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LW05 TWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Ipsum typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Toyota Ipsum is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LW05 TWG registered?

LW05 TWG is a 2005 Toyota Ipsum, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LW05 TWG safe to buy?

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