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BL53 NHK

2003 Volkswagen Lt

Purple Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

165,951 mi
Last recorded165,951 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lt126,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 NHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 165,951 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear half shaft sight oil leak

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

Fail 29 Jul 2025 165,737 miles

Nearside Rear Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rod ball joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rod ball joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear half shaft sight oil leak

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 158,721 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Vehicle slightly lower lhf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 146,189 miles

Exhaust mounting defective loose clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2023 146,144 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective loose clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 140,341 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 139,134 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 137,466 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 135,767 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 125,055 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside front tyre wearing on inner tread

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Jul 2016 116,524 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Jul 2015 109,173 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 100,542 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 90,236 miles

nine seats fitted at time of test vehicle capable of applying more seats

Fail 31 Jul 2012 80,515 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 80,515 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 77,171 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 77,171 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nsf & osf shock absorbers have slight play in top mountings

Pass 14 Jul 2010 61,765 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 53,299 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 42,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 42,886 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 34,000 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 34,000 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 23,615 miles

slight tyre scrub nearside front

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 NHK is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt in Purple with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 NHK, 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 NHK registered?

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

Is BL53 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 NHK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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