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BL53 NFU

2003 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

142,439 mi
Last recorded142,439 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lt126,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 NFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 142,439 miles

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

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

Only one rear seat fitted at the time of test.

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 142,125 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 142,115 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 137,031 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Jul 2016 129,409 miles

oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2015 123,692 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 115,828 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 101,835 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 86,971 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 73,784 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 73,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 64,074 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 51,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

child seat fitted to near side seat only three seats fitted at time of test vehicle capable of applying more seats near side front tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 23 Jul 2009 51,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to near side seat only three seats fitted at time of test vehicle capable of applying more seats near side front tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 28 Jul 2008 46,186 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 40,011 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 29,967 miles

nearside front tyre scrub

nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm

Fail 25 Jul 2006 29,967 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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BL53 NFU is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BL53 NFU, 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 BL53 NFU registered?

BL53 NFU is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is BL53 NFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 NFU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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