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BJ05 XDR

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

120,111 mi
Last recorded120,111 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 XDR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 120,111 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2023 105,027 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front sill corroded

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

exhaust ail pipe corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2022 103,729 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 103,722 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 101,658 miles

All pipes coated with grease

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 96,811 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 90,974 miles

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

brake pedal anti slip started to wear smooth

rear exhaust tail pipe has slight blow

Pass 5 Jun 2018 88,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 6 Jun 2017 86,804 miles

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 6 Jun 2017 86,802 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Spare tyre defective ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 16 Jun 2016 85,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 81,047 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 75,677 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 69,610 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 64,745 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 59,458 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 May 2011 59,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 53,495 miles

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

Slight play OS inner rack end

Fail 17 Apr 2010 53,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight play OS inner rack end

Pass 13 May 2009 41,657 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 32,363 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 32,363 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre just above legal limit o/s/f tyre uneven wear due to bottom ball joint

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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BJ05 XDR is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 BJ05 XDR, 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 BJ05 XDR registered?

BJ05 XDR is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BJ05 XDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 XDR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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