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BX05 UBJ

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Multi-colour Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

403,507 mi
Last recorded403,507 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 UBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 403,507 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Jul 2017 403,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Aug 2016 383,919 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

nearside front tyre wearing on outer tread

offside front tyrewearing on inner tread

Fail 2 Aug 2016 383,919 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

nearside front tyre wearing on outer tread

offside front tyrewearing on inner tread

Pass 27 Jul 2015 366,513 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jul 2015 366,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2014 349,529 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 349,529 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 339,715 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 339,715 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 327,593 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 327,593 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 303,774 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 303,770 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 266,872 miles

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear disks worn thin

Pass 18 Jul 2009 226,246 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 184,901 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 184,901 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.12.1d)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Jul 2007 121,316 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 121,316 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 61,751 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 61,751 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (not working) (1.5.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.3.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a)

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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BX05 UBJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Multi-colour with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 BX05 UBJ, 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 BX05 UBJ registered?

BX05 UBJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 2 August 2005.

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