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BD55 XGS

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

88,075 mi
Last recorded88,075 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 XGS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 88,075 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight play in top mount, not excessive

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight play in top mount, not excessive

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 88,061 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight play in top mount, not excessive

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight play in top mount, not excessive

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 86,395 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 84,952 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 83,873 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 82,697 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 80,594 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 80,591 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2020 80,161 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 80,154 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 79,853 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 79,853 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 79,561 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 79,552 miles

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Brake pad warning light is on

Nearside Front Cracked lamp

Offside Front Cracked lamp

Pass 10 Jan 2017 78,366 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 77,584 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 74,853 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 71,403 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 71,402 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 69,019 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 64,792 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 60,705 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 55,761 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 51,152 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 51,152 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 46,742 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

travle to handbrake

water hose rubbing on steering shalft

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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BD55 XGS is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 BD55 XGS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD55 XGS registered?

BD55 XGS is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is BD55 XGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 XGS shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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