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B153 CME

1985 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

150,881 mi
Last recorded150,881 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Lt54,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB153 CME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 150,881 miles

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Underside covered in underseal

Pass 19 May 2021 150,823 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to the body of the vehicle

Fail 19 May 2021 150,823 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to the body of the vehicle

Pass 26 May 2020 150,808 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to the body of the vehicle

Fail 25 Sep 2019 150,801 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Body of vehicle corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 150,756 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak Slight ()

Corrosion throughout body & chassis but not excessive

Front Brake hoses & fittings covered in grease

Fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated but seals correctly

Horn push button switch not in original position but is labled & functions correctly

Nearside Temporary mirror glass fitted over original

No spare wheel fitted

Oil pressure & battery warning lights inoprative

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Both sides & both bushes/pins (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both (sounds like axle diff noise) (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering & suspension ball joint covers smeared in grease but are not excessively deteriorated (all)

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 150,755 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Appears to be excessely damp through back plate & adversely effecting the performance (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake hoses & fittingcoated in grease (all)

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak Slight ()

Corrosion throughout body & chassis

Fuel cap seal slightly deteriorating but seals correctly

Horn push button switch not in original position but is labled & functions correctly

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Tempory mirror fitted over broken original

No spare wheel fitted

Oil pressure & battery warning lights inoprative

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Both sides & both bushes/pins (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both sides (sounds like axle diff noise) (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering & suspension ball joint covers smeared in grease but not excessively deteriorated

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 150,629 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 150,627 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 150,752 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' windscreen cracked (8.3.1d)

both offside font and nearside front floor corroded but not within prescribed area

Fail 3 Feb 2016 150,572 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing seat belt clasp (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' windscreen cracked (8.3.1d)

both offside font and nearside front floor corroded but not within prescribed area

Pass 17 Jun 2014 150,249 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2014 150,249 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 148,731 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 147,911 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 147,059 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 145,627 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 143,747 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 141,454 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 139,345 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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B153 CME is a 1985 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 54,842 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 B153 CME, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B153 CME registered?

B153 CME is a 1985 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 12 April 1985.

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