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BD53 FGN

2003 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

161,324 mi
Last recorded161,324 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lt126,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 FGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 161,324 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 147,691 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 143,186 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

steering colum lock not working

Pass 15 Jun 2015 141,181 miles

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

camera fitted as rear mirror

Pass 25 Jun 2014 139,527 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake imballance close to max limit

Pass 3 Jun 2013 133,016 miles

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

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

ns wiper blade is in poor condition

Pass 6 Jun 2012 120,992 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 116,245 miles

both front brake discs corroded

Fail 15 Jun 2011 116,238 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

both front brake discs corroded

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2008 107,274 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 91,001 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 69,895 miles

slight play in offside track rod

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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BD53 FGN is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BD53 FGN, 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 BD53 FGN registered?

BD53 FGN is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is BD53 FGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 FGN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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