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FD55 REU

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,487 mi
Last recorded137,487 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 REU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 137,487 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 128,077 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 128,077 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 121,097 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 108,869 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 108,869 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside side marker lights not working

Offside side marker lights not working

Pass 15 Jul 2013 97,712 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 78,704 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 62,239 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 54,146 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 43,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 43,410 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 29,290 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 18,081 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 9,011 miles

damage on nearside (rear marker light)

Fail 28 Jul 2006 9,011 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

damage on nearside (rear marker light)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lt?

Based on 549,592 MOT tests across 45,159 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
6,396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
45,159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51,116
position lamp(s) not working 19,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,126
Stop lamp not working 18,682
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 15,828
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FD55 REU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 122,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD55 REU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lt typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD55 REU registered?

FD55 REU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is FD55 REU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 REU shows 16 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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