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BU02 FOA

2002 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

499,172 mi
Last recorded499,172 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lt126,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 FOA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 499,172 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 485,044 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 476,734 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 329,334 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 311,299 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 311,299 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6.1.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

brake pedal rubber split

Pass 22 Mar 2007 272,101 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2006 226,181 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 226,981 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear axle leaking from diff seal. advise rectification IMMEDIATELY.

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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BU02 FOA is a 2002 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 126,416 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 BU02 FOA, 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 24 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 BU02 FOA registered?

BU02 FOA is a 2002 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 2 April 2002.

Is BU02 FOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 FOA shows 9 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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