2005 Volkswagen LT 2.5L Diesel · SM55 HVW
2005 Volkswagen LT (2.5L, diesel). First registered 15 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 125,460 miles. MOT valid until 07 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN LT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,460 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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SM55 HVW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 125,460 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM55 HVW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Lt (SM55 HVW) between July 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))”.
SM55 HVW Mileage History
- 15/07/202287,852 mi
- 21/07/202395,323 mi+7,471 mi
- 26/02/2025107,585 mi+12,262 mi
- 26/02/2025107,585 mi
- 09/04/2026125,460 mi+17,875 mi
Average of roughly 10,070 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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