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SF55 DBV

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,611 mi
Last recorded92,611 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 DBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 92,611 miles

both front indicators starting to show white light

warning light on dash

Pass 13 Jun 2014 86,572 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

lower effort at n/s parking brake

rear air bags begining to perish

Pass 10 Jul 2013 81,698 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 47,396 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 65,699 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 55,112 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 55,112 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 43,170 miles

slight movement at base of all removal seats.6 seats refitted and vehicle retested

Pass 10 Aug 2009 43,161 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN BASES OF ALL REMOVABLE SEATS

Pass 12 Aug 2008 31,740 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 22,427 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 12,195 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 DBV is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DBV, 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 DBV registered?

SF55 DBV is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is SF55 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF55 DBV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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