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BX05 UBR

2005 Volkswagen Lt

Multi-colour Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

424,344 mi
Last recorded424,344 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 424,344 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 424,328 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 419,342 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 419,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 405,601 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 395,149 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 395,134 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 381,217 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

two passenger seats fitted at time of test vehicle capable of applying more seats

Pass 27 Jun 2013 357,178 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2012 323,090 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 293,377 miles

Offside Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

slight diesel leak on engine

Pass 19 Jul 2010 255,798 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 16 Jul 2010 255,796 miles

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

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

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

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

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 20 Jul 2009 203,654 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

play in steering rack

Fail 15 Jul 2009 203,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket insecure (2.4.G.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Speed limiter plate missing (6.9.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

play in steering rack

Pass 7 Jul 2008 145,549 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2007 95,025 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 95,019 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1e)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively worn (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1e)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 46,960 miles

n/s rear tyre sidewall damaged

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

nail in o/s/f tyre

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 UBR is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in Multi-colour with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 UBR, 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 UBR registered?

BX05 UBR is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is BX05 UBR safe to buy?

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