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BD53 LCF

2003 Volkswagen Lt

Black Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

138,205 mi
Last recorded138,205 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lt126,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 LCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 138,205 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 138,205 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 133,345 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 814 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 117,805 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 117,774 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 108,440 miles

both front drop link rubbers starting to wear

Pass 30 Nov 2012 99,390 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 99,375 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 95,137 miles

Oil leak

nearside front Windscreen wiper just clear the windscreen effectively

Pass 20 Nov 2010 88,563 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2009 76,875 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 76,867 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Fail 18 Nov 2008 67,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 67,910 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 54,309 miles

n/s middle marker light not working

Pass 22 Nov 2006 43,135 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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BD53 LCF is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt in Black with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LCF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD53 LCF registered?

BD53 LCF is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is BD53 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 LCF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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