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BX53 TYD

2003 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

212,251 mi
Last recorded212,251 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lt126,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 TYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 212,251 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 May 2015 212,451 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 7 May 2014 199,671 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 6 Nov 2013 195,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2012 186,469 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 175,025 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 162,675 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 151,081 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 142,703 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 142,703 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 127,106 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 89,182 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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BX53 TYD is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 126,604 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 BX53 TYD, 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 23 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 BX53 TYD registered?

BX53 TYD is a 2003 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is BX53 TYD safe to buy?

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