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MT55 XSM

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,060 mi
Last recorded128,060 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 XSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 128,060 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 126,511 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 106,723 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 93,881 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 66,541 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 61,893 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 54,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 43,751 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 32,567 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 32,567 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MT55 XSM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MT55 XSM, 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 MT55 XSM registered?

MT55 XSM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is MT55 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 XSM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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