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VF55 GYP

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

165,307 mi
Last recorded165,307 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2008
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 GYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2008 165,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak coming from the front of the engine

Steering is heavy

Fail 8 Oct 2008 165,307 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak coming from the front of the engine

Slight oil leak from rear axle on the nearside

Steering is heavy

Fail 9 Sep 2008 159,636 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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VF55 GYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 VF55 GYP, 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 VF55 GYP?

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What year was VF55 GYP registered?

VF55 GYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is VF55 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF55 GYP shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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