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GX05 FDL

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

169,015 mi
Last recorded169,015 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 FDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 169,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 May 2026 169,015 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2025 166,722 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 166,722 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 165,214 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 165,193 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2022 165,079 miles

Exhaust tailpipe split and corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake requires adjustment

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 163,124 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 163,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 159,408 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 159,389 miles

Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Brake slack adjuster has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended 3rd row (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged 2nd row (7.1.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 156,403 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 156,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 153,292 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 144,139 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 137,164 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 120,678 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 108,664 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 95,662 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 81,006 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 66,033 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 50,834 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 328,413 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 32,808 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.1.B.6a)

Pass 25 May 2006 14,544 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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GX05 FDL is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 GX05 FDL, 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 GX05 FDL registered?

GX05 FDL is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is GX05 FDL safe to buy?

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