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BU04 XZD

2004 Volkswagen Lt

Multi-colour Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

358,978 mi
Last recorded358,978 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Lt126,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 XZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 358,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed 1st row (5.2.2b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 343,601 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 330,124 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 323,684 miles

Body damage to nearside of vehicle

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 323,684 miles

Body damage to nearside of vehicle

Pass 30 Aug 2011 284,094 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 284,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 248,432 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 223,235 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 223,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 177,615 miles

N/S/R inner tyre tread is down to 2mm

N/S/R outer tyre wall scuffed

Fail 20 Aug 2008 177,615 miles

N/S/R inner tyre tread is down to 2mm

N/S/R outer tyre wall scuffed

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 134,333 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 134,304 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt cut causing the fibres to separate (5.1.B.3a)

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Sep 2006 92,604 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 92,555 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt cut causing the fibres to separate (5.1.B.3a)

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

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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BU04 XZD is a 2004 Volkswagen Lt in Multi-colour with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 BU04 XZD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 XZD registered?

BU04 XZD is a 2004 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 16 August 2004.

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