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RA05 XCN

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,697 mi
Last recorded156,697 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 XCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2022 156,697 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Outline marker lamp not working x3 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 143,794 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 140,786 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 131,477 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 122,604 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 108,197 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 103,312 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 101,674 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 100,282 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 92,457 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 83,857 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2009 64,834 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 53,934 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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RA05 XCN is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 RA05 XCN, 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 RA05 XCN registered?

RA05 XCN is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is RA05 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 XCN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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