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SH54 HLX

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

224,100 mi
Last recorded224,100 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH54 HLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 224,100 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 223,983 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 326,582 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 326,499 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 287,876 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 102,366 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 96,150 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

offside and nearside body damage

Pass 23 Dec 2009 84,848 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Fail 11 Dec 2009 84,461 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective (3.6.F.4)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.F.4)

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt fluffed or frayed which has clearly weakened the webbing (5.1.B.3b)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt fluffed or frayed which has clearly weakened the webbing (5.1.B.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.8.A.5c)

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

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 70,043 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 69,801 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an lower ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 52,244 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 52,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 35,085 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 16,536 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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SH54 HLX is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SH54 HLX, 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 SH54 HLX registered?

SH54 HLX is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is SH54 HLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH54 HLX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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