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FD55 RHK

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

308,347 mi
Last recorded308,347 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 308,347 miles

power steering fluid low

Pass 28 Feb 2024 304,024 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 300,459 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Rear hub oil seal leaking but not contaminating brake disc

Travel of the brake pedal but not touching floor

Fail 4 Jul 2023 300,459 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear hub oil seal leaking but not contaminating brake disc

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Travel of the brake pedal but not touching floor

Pass 24 Aug 2022 299,928 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear outer hub oil seal has slight leak

Fail 24 Aug 2022 299,928 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear outer hub oil seal has slight leak

Pass 3 Jul 2021 297,399 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 295,421 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 294,204 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 293,602 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 287,308 miles

N/S & O/S REAR HALF SHAFT SEAL LEAKING

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Jul 2016 273,380 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 273,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 255,862 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 144,917 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 125,395 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 119,602 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 94,018 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 642,125 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 51,244 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)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 42,271 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 28,815 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 28,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 6 Aug 2007 18,703 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 18,703 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 9,135 miles

slight play in offside track rod

Fail 9 Aug 2006 9,135 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight play in offside track rod

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 RHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RHK, 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 RHK registered?

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

Is FD55 RHK safe to buy?

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