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SG05 DTO

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,078 mi
Last recorded117,078 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 117,078 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 116,012 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 115,223 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2023 115,221 miles

Nearside All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Offside All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended 2nd last row inner (7.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 109,219 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 104,641 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 104,588 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s centre metal brake pipe from displacer unit in engine bay (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Retractable step not operating correctly (9.7 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a rear axle of a minibus with a single wheel fitment (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2020 103,583 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 103,248 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 103,243 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault ABS LAMP ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY ON DASH (1.6 (b))

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired NO PULSE IN LINKAGE WHEN SERVICE BRAKE PRESSED INDICATING LINKAGE OUT OF ADJUSTMENT (1.1.17 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported BRAKE PIPE TO FLEX HOSE NOT SECURLY ANCHORED TO SUPPORT BRACKET (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 99,660 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2018 99,653 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded REED PIPE TO LOAD SENSOR ALONG NEAR SIDE OF CHASSIS AT CAB HEATER DUCTING HEAVLY CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded FEED PIPE TO OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE HEAVY CORROSION (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 99,233 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 99,231 miles

Entrance/exit door •door open' warning device inoperative (6.2.C.3)

Nearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 98,364 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 96,909 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 May 2015 96,744 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 94,675 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 94,665 miles

Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 92,835 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 83,992 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 74,480 miles

Imobilizer light flashing

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

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

rear entrance step cover plate displaced

Pass 12 Apr 2010 62,368 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 50,422 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 39,523 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 25,232 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 10,595 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 DTO is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DTO, 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 SG05 DTO registered?

SG05 DTO is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 6 August 2005.

Is SG05 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG05 DTO shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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