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BX05 UBM

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Multi-colour Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2020
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

434,012 mi
Last recorded434,012 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 434,012 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 421,590 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 408,877 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 408,877 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside All outline marker lamps not working centre (1.1.B.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 395,214 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 382,521 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 382,458 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer tread

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jul 2015 382,458 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer tread

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2014 360,577 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

twelve seats fitted at time of test vehicle capable of applying more seats

Pass 31 Jul 2013 340,307 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 340,307 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 316,800 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 289,801 miles

slight roughness in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 3 Aug 2010 266,185 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)

Fail 2 Aug 2010 266,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 223,581 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 223,581 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective (3.6.F.4)

Horn does not function (6.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.6.3)

Offside Front Seat belt fluffed or frayed which has clearly weakened the webbing (5.1.B.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.6.3)

Speed limiter not fitted (6.9.3)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 223,578 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1e)

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 21 Jul 2009 223,578 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 8 Aug 2008 172,846 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.6.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.6.3)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 172,846 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.6.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.6.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 117,279 miles

n/s/f indicator bulb starting to fade

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Aug 2006 56,402 miles

Oil leak

Powered steering fluid leak, suspect over filling of reservoir.

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 UBM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Multi-colour with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BX05 UBM, 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.

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What year was BX05 UBM registered?

BX05 UBM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 18 August 2005.

Is BX05 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 UBM shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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