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TO05 GAV

2012 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,986 mi
Last recorded140,986 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Lt113,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTO05 GAV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 140,986 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 140,971 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 137,454 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Central Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 135,641 miles

Central Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 133,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 130,248 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 122,379 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 122,376 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 117,769 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 114,066 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 108,916 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 102,211 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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TO05 GAV is a 2012 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 113,210 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 TO05 GAV, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TO05 GAV registered?

TO05 GAV is a 2012 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is TO05 GAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for TO05 GAV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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