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VU05 VLM

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

187,120 mi
Last recorded187,120 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 VLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 187,120 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 178,915 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 170,422 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 170,422 miles

Central Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 159,811 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 159,811 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 149,465 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 149,465 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 137,310 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 125,299 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 113,558 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 107,754 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 107,754 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 97,706 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 83,827 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 83,827 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 76,393 miles

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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VU05 VLM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VU05 VLM, 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 VU05 VLM registered?

VU05 VLM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VU05 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 VLM shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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