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SM55 HVW

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Brown Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

125,460 mi
Last recorded125,460 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 HVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 125,460 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 107,585 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 107,585 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 95,323 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides front and main b pipes to rear (1.1.11 (c))

General corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 87,852 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 81,869 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 79,672 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 79,667 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 76,953 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 76,953 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 74,691 miles

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 10 Apr 2017 69,771 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 69,713 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 64,985 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2015 61,508 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 61,468 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 57,041 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 55,534 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 47,195 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 40,984 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2012 40,984 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 35,595 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 30,560 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2010 30,560 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 27,132 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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SM55 HVW is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Brown with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SM55 HVW, 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 SM55 HVW registered?

SM55 HVW is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 October 2005.

Is SM55 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 HVW shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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