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BW05 ECJ

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

209,750 mi
Last recorded209,750 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW05 ECJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2015 209,750 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 189,670 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 167,518 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

osr lense is slightly craced

Pass 12 Nov 2011 143,481 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 128,437 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 128,437 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre tread close to wear bars

Pass 12 Nov 2009 117,170 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 94,663 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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BW05 ECJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 122,777 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 BW05 ECJ, 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 21 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 BW05 ECJ registered?

BW05 ECJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is BW05 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW05 ECJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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