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2005 Volkswagen Caravelle 2.5L Diesel · SH55 LZX

SH55 LZX

2005 Volkswagen Caravelle (2.5L, diesel). First registered 12 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 181,242 miles. MOT expired on 23 Nov 2024. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE
Year / Origin
2005 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Nov 2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
181,242 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Nov 2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2005
Engine
2460cc
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SH55 LZX Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2023
  • 181,242 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

SH55 LZX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Oct 2026, 08:45
MOT Analysis

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 Volkswagen Caravelle (SH55 LZX) between November 2022 and November 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

SH55 LZX Mileage History

  1. 24/11/2022176,393 mi
  2. 21/11/2023181,242 mi+4,849 mi

Average of roughly 4,894 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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