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BD05 XLG

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

242,106 mi
Last recorded242,106 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 XLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 242,106 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 235,091 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 229,446 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 227,025 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 227,025 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 217,018 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 198,835 miles

Nearside Rear body pannel damaged

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2019 198,835 miles

Nearside Rear body pannel damaged

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 18,600 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 18,600 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 169,730 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside front (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 150,097 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 150,097 miles

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. FOLD DOWN BED (6.2.A.2)

Passenger's seat insecure REA OFR SET (6.2.A.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 112,627 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 111,456 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 107,973 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 103,887 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 97,337 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 91,262 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 84,768 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 79,694 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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BD05 XLG is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 122,777 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 BD05 XLG, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD05 XLG registered?

BD05 XLG is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is BD05 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 XLG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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