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BG05 FFZ

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

291,566 mi
Last recorded291,566 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 FFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2019 291,566 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow vacuum (1.1.3 (b))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values large blue smoke (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake load sensing valve stiff partially seized (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps secondary switch faulty - recommend replacement as lights easily could go out (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 279,247 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

power steering bottle damp

Pass 16 Nov 2017 271,669 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

power steering bottle damp

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 271,669 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

power steering bottle damp

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 239,196 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 227,475 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 227,474 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 13 May 2015 217,465 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside rear reflector dammaged

Pass 13 May 2015 217,465 miles

Nearside rear reflector dammaged

Pass 13 May 2014 206,874 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside rear tyre has cut in outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords

Fail 13 May 2014 206,874 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside rear tyre has cut in outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 16 May 2013 179,416 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 May 2013 179,416 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 150,766 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 150,760 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 119,294 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 100,865 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 73,928 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 64,412 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 64,412 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BG05 FFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG05 FFZ, 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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BG05 FFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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