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SF05 GDU

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

177,915 mi
Last recorded177,915 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 GDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 177,915 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 174,835 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 171,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 171,356 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 165,955 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 165,938 miles

Nearside Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 151,456 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2012 151,456 miles

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 130,376 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 111,698 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 92,129 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 92,129 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an lower ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in an lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 66,237 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 43,656 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 19,946 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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SF05 GDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SF05 GDU, 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 SF05 GDU registered?

SF05 GDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is SF05 GDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 GDU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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