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SG05 DVJ

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

151,754 mi
Last recorded151,754 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 151,754 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 151,377 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 150,172 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 148,239 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 147,841 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 147,810 miles

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 147,810 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2015 144,367 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 137,279 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2013 126,388 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear diff oil seal leaking

Pass 1 Feb 2012 112,891 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 103,523 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 88,892 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 73,934 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 58,072 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 40,051 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 19,091 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 DVJ 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 94.1%.

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 DVJ, 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 DVJ?

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What year was SG05 DVJ registered?

SG05 DVJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 27 August 2005.

Is SG05 DVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG05 DVJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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