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SF55 CYW

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

28,825 mi
Last recorded28,825 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 CYW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 28,825 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 28,825 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity lens cracked (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 27,535 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2023 27,534 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 26,015 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 26,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 25,027 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 25,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre over ten years old fitted to a rear axle of a bus both (5.2.3 (m))

Offside Rear Tyre over ten years old fitted to a rear axle of a bus both (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 24,150 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 23,732 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 226,513 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 220,374 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2017 220,369 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Driver's view restricted by object (6.9.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 215,784 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 205,350 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 188,588 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 168,802 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 14,729 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 147,286 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 12,098 miles

Oil leak

front disc slightly worn.

Fail 25 Oct 2011 12,094 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Oil leak

front disc slightly worn.

Pass 2 Nov 2010 106,275 miles

Exhaust has one mounting missing but is held on securely.

Front discs slightly worn.

Pass 26 Oct 2009 98,636 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 7,404 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 4,594 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 2,906 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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SF55 CYW is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 SF55 CYW, 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 SF55 CYW registered?

SF55 CYW is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is SF55 CYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF55 CYW shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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