CarVerify

Free Car Check

SG05 DKE

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2461cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

116,082 mi
Last recorded116,082 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 DKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 116,082 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2019 116,082 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Power steering component insecure TRACK ROD END LOCKING NUT LOOSE (2.1.5 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 104,068 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 104,068 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 93,243 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 84,675 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 84,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 77,101 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 68,517 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 59,474 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 54,225 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 48,278 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 41,057 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 41,057 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 30,879 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 29,121 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 22,218 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
Full Volkswagen Lt reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SG05 DKE is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SG05 DKE, 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 SG05 DKE?

You can check the full history of SG05 DKE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SG05 DKE registered?

SG05 DKE is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is SG05 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG05 DKE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SG05 DKE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SG05 DKE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.