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BT51 GDK

2001 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

126,809 mi
Last recorded126,809 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2008
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lt125,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 GDK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2008 126,809 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 126,809 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Fail 16 Jan 2008 126,803 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 115,532 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 115,532 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 97,764 miles

slight blue smoke when reving

slight freeplay n/s and o/s steering rack

slight oil leak

Fail 6 Feb 2006 97,763 miles

Centre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

oil leak

slight blue when reving

slight freeplay n/s and o/s steering rack

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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BT51 GDK is a 2001 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 125,626 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT51 GDK, 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 25 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 BT51 GDK registered?

BT51 GDK is a 2001 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is BT51 GDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 GDK shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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