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FB05 LNC

2005 Volkswagen Unknown

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

291,413 mi
Last recorded291,413 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Unknown133,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 LNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 291,413 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 281,029 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 281,029 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

cooling fan running constant

Pass 13 Dec 2023 271,623 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 271,623 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 260,186 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2022 260,186 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 249,617 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 249,595 miles

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust condition (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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FB05 LNC is a 2005 Volkswagen Unknown in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 133,712 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB05 LNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FB05 LNC registered?

FB05 LNC is a 2005 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is FB05 LNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB05 LNC shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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