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BN53 FWP

2003 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

208,094 mi
Last recorded208,094 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lt126,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 FWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 208,094 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2016 208,094 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 196,735 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 196,735 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 172,551 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 146,412 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 116,191 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 116,191 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 95,731 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 78,218 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 59,029 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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BN53 FWP is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BN53 FWP, 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 BN53 FWP registered?

BN53 FWP is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is BN53 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 FWP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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