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SJ55 TZS

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

152,216 mi
Last recorded152,216 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 TZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 152,216 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 152,180 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Fail 31 May 2018 152,097 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 141,253 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 141,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2016 135,095 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 122,214 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Jun 2015 122,206 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Jun 2014 100,811 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 May 2013 80,807 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 62,784 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 62,542 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,908 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 17,776 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 15,958 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 15,955 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 13,518 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 8,399 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 8,398 miles

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 4,681 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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SJ55 TZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SJ55 TZS, 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 SJ55 TZS registered?

SJ55 TZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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