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FD55 RHE

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

162,648 mi
Last recorded162,648 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 162,648 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 151,389 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 151,389 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 138,583 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 138,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 122,722 miles

dampness round near side rear back plate

six seats at time of test vehicle capable of applying more seats

Pass 12 Aug 2013 99,695 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 99,695 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

eleven seats fitted at time of test vehicle capable of applying more seats

off side rear tyre wearing on outside edge

oil round near side rear hub

Pass 3 Jul 2013 98,308 miles

eleven seats fitted at time oftest vehicle capable of applying more seats

Pass 19 Jul 2012 86,937 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 79,496 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 79,496 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 71,865 miles

front disks worn thin

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 55,260 miles

oil leak from n/s rear hub

Fail 27 Jul 2009 55,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

oil leak from n/s rear hub

Pass 28 Jul 2008 43,780 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 36,168 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 14,229 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 14,229 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 RHE 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 RHE, 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 RHE?

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What year was FD55 RHE registered?

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

Is FD55 RHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 RHE 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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