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SG05 DLN

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

135,747 mi
Last recorded135,747 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 135,747 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 130,436 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Apr 2022 130,408 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 May 2021 121,605 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 113,394 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 56,583 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 111,883 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 111,026 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 110,488 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 110,466 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 110,466 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 96,363 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 80,824 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 70,114 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 70,114 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

remove Hawthorne St address from nearside panel

Pass 5 Sep 2009 59,399 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 48,932 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 36,701 miles

deep cut on near side front tyre tread at inner shoulder

offside read lamp lens cracked

Pass 27 Sep 2006 22,265 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 7,413 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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SG05 DLN is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DLN, 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 DLN?

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What year was SG05 DLN registered?

SG05 DLN is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 16 April 2005.

Is SG05 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG05 DLN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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