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BG53 YVP

2003 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lt126,604 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 YVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2010

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

warning lamp on dash illuminated

Fail 15 Jan 2010

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

warning lamp on dash illuminated

Pass 22 Dec 2008 75,454 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 59,030 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2007 59,030 miles

Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 44,420 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 44,412 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 44,409 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 44,409 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

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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BG53 YVP is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 BG53 YVP, 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 BG53 YVP registered?

BG53 YVP is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is BG53 YVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 YVP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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