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BT53 AOW

2004 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

142,212 mi
Last recorded142,212 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Lt126,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 AOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 142,212 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 140,762 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 137,769 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 134,289 miles

Front Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 130,403 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 125,066 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 113,108 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 98,106 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 88,298 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 79,526 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 70,792 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 60,595 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 60,592 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 57,533 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 57,533 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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BT53 AOW is a 2004 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 126,068 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 BT53 AOW, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT53 AOW registered?

BT53 AOW is a 2004 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 11 February 2004.

Is BT53 AOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 AOW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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