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AP53 OTU

2004 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

162,768 mi
Last recorded162,768 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Lt126,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 OTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 162,768 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 160,790 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 157,298 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 157,298 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 154,758 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 154,758 miles

Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 May 2022 151,484 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 30 May 2022 151,484 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2016 143,095 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 131,154 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pad warning light flashing

centre seat belt buckle damaged but still in working order

nearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge of tread and outer sidewall

nearside outer sill damaged

nearside rear tyre worn on outer sidewall

Fail 14 Nov 2014 131,154 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pad warning light flashing

centre seat belt buckle damaged but still in working order

nearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge of tread and outer sidewall

nearside outer sill damaged

nearside rear tyre worn on outer sidewall

Pass 18 Sep 2013 119,661 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge of tread

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge of tread

Pass 28 Aug 2012 110,102 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

all brake discs worn

handbrake cables fraying

warning light on dash flashing

Fail 28 Aug 2012 110,102 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

all brake discs worn

handbrake cables fraying

warning light on dash flashing

Pass 25 Aug 2011 100,945 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge and side wall curbed

nearside rear tyre sidewall curb almost to cords

Fail 25 Aug 2011 100,945 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge and side wall curbed

nearside rear tyre sidewall curb almost to cords

Pass 19 Jul 2010 93,761 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 93,761 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

near side seat belt buckle missing outter covers.

Fail 7 Jul 2009 85,804 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 85,804 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 69,398 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 69,398 miles

Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 60,091 miles

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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AP53 OTU is a 2004 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 126,068 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 AP53 OTU, 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 22 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 AP53 OTU registered?

AP53 OTU is a 2004 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 10 February 2004.

Is AP53 OTU safe to buy?

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