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AJ52 RPX

2003 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

243,710 mi
Last recorded243,710 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lt126,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 RPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2014 243,710 miles

front screen cracked but not in drivers view of road

rear no plate cracked

top marker inop

Fail 28 Nov 2014 243,710 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 225,102 miles

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

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

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

wiper blade split

Fail 28 Nov 2013 225,102 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

wiper blade split

Pass 23 May 2013 215,494 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 215,490 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 208,526 miles

oil leaks

slight play both sides/front /lower/outer balljoints

Fail 13 Dec 2012 208,526 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leaks

slight play both sides/front /lower/outer balljoints

Pass 1 Dec 2011 194,982 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f seat belt surround damaged not effecting its use or safety

Pass 19 Nov 2010 175,640 miles

n/s/f seat belt clip surrond missing not effecting its use

Fail 18 Nov 2010 175,640 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

n/s/f seat belt clip surrond missing not effecting its use

Pass 18 Dec 2009 155,456 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

slight play front anti roll bar bushes

various tyres have cuts not to cords

Fail 17 Dec 2009 155,456 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

slight play front anti roll bar bushes

various tyres have cuts not to cords

Pass 5 Dec 2008 133,122 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 119,032 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 119,032 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 100,488 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 100,487 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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AJ52 RPX is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 126,604 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 AJ52 RPX, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ52 RPX registered?

AJ52 RPX is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is AJ52 RPX safe to buy?

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