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SE05 FCP

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

58,991 mi
Last recorded58,991 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE05 FCP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 58,991 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 58,192 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 52,104 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 45,535 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 43,734 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 43,734 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 49,182 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 41,537 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 40,352 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 39,866 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 38,150 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 38,148 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 36,140 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 34,589 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 32,745 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 30,529 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 30,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 26,537 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 20,197 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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SE05 FCP is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SE05 FCP, 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

How do I check the history of SE05 FCP?

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What year was SE05 FCP registered?

SE05 FCP is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is SE05 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE05 FCP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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