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FD55 RHX

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests35 (21 pass, 14 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

228,617 mi
Last recorded228,617 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 14 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 228,617 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 227,764 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 227,038 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 227,032 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Step area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 224,185 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Axle seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake effort low

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Sep 2023 224,178 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Axle seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Sep 2022 221,751 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Sep 2022 221,751 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working Upper & lower lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment N/S lower reading (1.1.6 (c))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2021 219,388 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 219,379 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Aug 2020 215,633 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 206,598 miles

N/S/R HALF SHAFT SEAL LEAKING

Fail 16 Aug 2019 206,598 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

N/S/R HALF SHAFT SEAL LEAKING

Pass 23 Aug 2018 193,715 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 181,759 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 181,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 10 Aug 2017 181,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 10 Aug 2017 181,759 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 168,410 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 168,410 miles

Front Driver's view to front impaired by crack (6.9.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 154,138 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 141,185 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Aug 2013 122,028 miles

o/s front tyre eraring on inside edge

Pass 30 Jul 2012 113,309 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 89,757 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 27 Jul 2011 89,757 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Driving control(s) clutch pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth. (6.8.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 76,104 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)

Fail 27 Jul 2009 61,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 61,137 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 44,154 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 44,154 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.7.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 18,765 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 18,765 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fear pads worn low

front pads worn low

Fail 2 Aug 2006 5,911 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 5,911 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 RHX is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 35 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RHX, 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.

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What year was FD55 RHX registered?

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

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