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FD55 RFO

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

140,075 mi
Last recorded140,075 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 140,075 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 129,364 miles

Bumper insecure engine ()

Pass 27 Jul 2015 116,553 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 116,551 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 106,279 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 106,278 miles

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

Both rear hubs slight oil leake (misting).

Pass 8 Aug 2013 91,419 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 80,519 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 74,976 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 74,976 miles

Nearside Rear Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 65,373 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 65,373 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 49,687 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 49,687 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 33,023 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 33,023 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 19,269 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 9,110 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 9,110 miles

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 RFO is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 RFO, 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 RFO registered?

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

Is FD55 RFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 RFO shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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