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NX05 LHV

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Multi-colour Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

302,494 mi
Last recorded302,494 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 LHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 302,494 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 302,487 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 277,829 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 277,828 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

oil leak from n/s/r halfshaft

Pass 3 Jun 2010 245,831 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 245,815 miles

Nearside All outline marker lamps not working (1.1.B.1c)

Nearside Lower Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not in good working order (not working) (1.1.6b)

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

Pass 28 May 2009 201,548 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Fail 27 May 2009 201,531 miles

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 153,341 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2007 101,728 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 101,712 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 49,710 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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NX05 LHV is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Multi-colour with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 NX05 LHV, 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 NX05 LHV registered?

NX05 LHV is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is NX05 LHV safe to buy?

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