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BG55 WYU

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

171,282 mi
Last recorded171,282 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 WYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2015 171,282 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 171,282 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 157,068 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 143,339 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 134,006 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2011 116,676 miles

as last test

Fail 23 Dec 2010 116,583 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

long handbrake travel

Pass 16 Dec 2009 95,990 miles

bad oil leek from engine

nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 4 Dec 2008 74,065 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 74,065 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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BG55 WYU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BG55 WYU, 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 BG55 WYU registered?

BG55 WYU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is BG55 WYU safe to buy?

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