CarVerify

Free Car Check

FD55 RFN

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,930 mi
Last recorded149,930 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 149,930 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 142,161 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 134,538 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 129,655 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 119,675 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 110,964 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 103,832 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 93,288 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 83,460 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 77,791 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 68,301 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)

front disks worn thin

front pads thin

rear pads thin

Fail 3 Aug 2009 58,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 58,627 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 42,044 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 32,914 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 32,914 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

high level brake light in~op

Pass 9 Aug 2006 12,445 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 12,445 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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
Full Volkswagen Lt reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FD55 RFN is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RFN, 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

How do I check the history of FD55 RFN?

You can check the full history of FD55 RFN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FD55 RFN registered?

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

Is FD55 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 RFN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD55 RFN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FD55 RFN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.