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SG05 DPK

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,091 mi
Last recorded116,091 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 116,091 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 113,133 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle pipe. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 110,681 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 108,452 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 101,363 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2021 101,363 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 101,248 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Light lens damaged

Parking brake requirements just met

Pass 20 Sep 2019 100,104 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

handbrake only just met requirements

Pass 12 Jul 2018 98,024 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 96,379 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 96,374 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure puncture repair (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2 sides (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 93,607 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 89,049 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 86,989 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 86,987 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 83,956 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 80,738 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 76,566 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 70,519 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 58,220 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 58,220 miles

Front Driving control(s) clutch pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth. (6.8.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 43,972 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 29,083 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not affecting the beam image or light output (1.2.4a)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 13,827 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 DPK is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SG05 DPK, 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.

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What year was SG05 DPK registered?

SG05 DPK is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is SG05 DPK safe to buy?

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