2005 Lamborghini Gallardo 5.0L Petrol · LF55 DJO
2005 Lamborghini Gallardo (5.0L, petrol). First registered 24 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 70,055 miles. MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022.
- Make & Model
- LAMBORGHINI GALLARDO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,055 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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LF55 DJO Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2021
- 70,055 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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LF55 DJO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Lamborghini Gallardo (LF55 DJO) between October 2021 and October 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 October 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
LF55 DJO Mileage History
- 27/10/202170,055 mi
- 27/10/202170,055 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lamborghini Lamborghini Gallardo
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: LAMBORGHINI GALLARDO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- eGear Clutch and Actuator Wear(Serious)
The automated manual transmission uses a single-plate clutch and a hydraulic actuator. Stop-start traffic and reversing uphill are the primary killers of these clutches.
- Oil Pump and Coolant Pipe Leaks(Serious)
Pre-LP models can suffer from oil pump failure or coolant leaks from the "V" of the engine as hoses perish.
- Leaking Nose Lift Shocks(Moderate)
The hydraulic system that raises the front to clear speed bumps can leak fluid from the shocks.
- Electrical Gremlins and Sensor Failures(Moderate)
Early Gallardos (2003–2008) are particularly prone to intermittent electrical issues, including random dashboard warning lights, sensor malfunctions, pixel failures in the instrument cluster LCD, and dry solder joints on the main relay board causing intermittent no-start conditions. The battery draws significant parasitic current even when parked and can drain in as little as two weeks.
- Excessive Oil Consumption(Moderate)
The 5.0L and 5.2L V10 engines can develop higher-than-expected oil consumption as they age, particularly around valve cover gaskets and camshaft seals. The engine can consume up to 1 litre per 1,000 miles if gaskets have deteriorated. Oil leaks from the valley of the V can drip onto the undertray, making them hard to spot visually.
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- eGear Clutch and Actuator WearSerious
The automated manual transmission uses a single-plate clutch and a hydraulic actuator. Stop-start traffic and reversing uphill are the primary killers of these clutches.
- Oil Pump and Coolant Pipe LeaksSerious
Pre-LP models can suffer from oil pump failure or coolant leaks from the "V" of the engine as hoses perish.
- Leaking Nose Lift ShocksModerate
The hydraulic system that raises the front to clear speed bumps can leak fluid from the shocks.
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