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FD55 RHU

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

228,314 mi
Last recorded228,314 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 228,314 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 228,314 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 228,304 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 228,292 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 227,979 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material up to offside front hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 227,979 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material up to offside front hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 227,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 223,470 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 220,925 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 213,766 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 200,489 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 186,752 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 170,775 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 170,775 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 156,377 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 143,591 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 130,134 miles

n/s front and o/s rear tyres wearing on out side edges

very slight oil leak from n/s back axle oil seal

Pass 3 Jul 2012 100,037 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 68,237 miles

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

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

both wipers blades splitting

oil leak on offside rear axle inner esal

Pass 25 Jun 2010 58,718 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 50,248 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 50,248 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 37,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 37,407 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 18,044 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 11,619 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)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 11,619 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 RHU 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 74.1%.

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 RHU, 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 RHU registered?

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

Is FD55 RHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 RHU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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