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SG05 DPN

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

148,569 mi
Last recorded148,569 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 148,569 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside 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 3 May 2018 138,419 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (2.4.G.1)

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

Front n/s and o/s inner steering arms have slight play

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill and wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2012 31,599 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 13,193 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 13,191 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2010 11,910 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 9,927 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 8,279 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 5,412 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 2,127 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 DPN is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DPN, 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 DPN registered?

SG05 DPN is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 August 2005.

Is SG05 DPN safe to buy?

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