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SP05 AUX

2005 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170

Grey Diesel 3920cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,388 mi
Last recorded178,388 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170179,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 AUX
MakeDaf Trucks
ModelFa LF45.170
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,920cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 178,388 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 175,737 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 5 May 2025 175,662 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting outer and inner cab within 30cm of seat (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner and outer cab with in 30cm of seat (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt hub end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 174,636 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Coolant leak above fuel filter housing ()

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 174,636 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Coolant leak above fuel filter housing ()

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 277,657 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 276,143 miles

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 274,962 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 274,849 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake chamber pipe leaking at fitting (1.1.3 (d))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 169,324 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 167,111 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 166,109 miles

How Reliable is the Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170?

Based on 603 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,425
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 3
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 3
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 3
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 2
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 2
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SP05 AUX is a 2005 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 in Grey with a 3,920cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 179,464 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 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 fails its MOT is anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP05 AUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SP05 AUX is a 2005 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170, first registered on 9 March 2005.

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