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SB05 MZV

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,874 mi
Last recorded128,874 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 MZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 128,874 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 Apr 2012 124,077 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 124,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 116,708 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 104,117 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 83,567 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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SB05 MZV is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SB05 MZV, 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 SB05 MZV registered?

SB05 MZV is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is SB05 MZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB05 MZV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB05 MZV have outstanding finance?

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