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G5 TUU

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,452 mi
Last recorded108,452 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 TUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 108,452 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 108,434 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit PLATE 0.80 AVERAGE 1.58 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2025 105,925 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2024 103,180 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 101,599 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 98,438 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 96,195 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 96,146 miles

tailgate not opening

Fail 25 Jul 2018 96,146 miles

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

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

tailgate not opening

Pass 31 Mar 2016 96,023 miles

rear lights cover with dark film, close to legal requirements

Fail 30 Mar 2016 96,014 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 92,909 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 92,909 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 83,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 67,504 miles

nearside front cv gaitor slightly perished

Pass 6 Mar 2012 55,926 miles

all discs heavily lipped around edges

engine oil leak

engine oil level at min

n/s/f seat belt buckle hold up button missing

o/s/f seat belt has been caught in door lock and belt showing fluffing along edge

o/s/f steering rack rod showing slight wear

parking brake only just meets efficiency requirements

rear light units are not standard

tailgate lock intermitantly not operating

tailgate struts weak

tow bar fitted,detatchable type,ball not fitted

Fail 6 Mar 2012 55,924 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

all discs heavily lipped around edges

engine oil leak

engine oil level at min

n/s/f seat belt buckle hold up button missing

o/s/f seat belt has been caught in door lock and belt showing fluffing along edge

o/s/f steering rack rod showing slight wear

parking brake only just meets efficiency requirements

rear light units are not standard

tailgate lock intermitantly not operating

tailgate struts weak

tow bar fitted,detatchable type,ball not fitted

Fail 9 Mar 2011 50,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 50,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 29,771 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 18,318 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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G5 TUU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G5 TUU, 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 G5 TUU registered?

G5 TUU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is G5 TUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 TUU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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