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D109 BSA

1986 Volkswagen Lt

Red Petrol 2383cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,301 mi
Last recorded82,301 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Lt73,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD109 BSA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,383cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 82,301 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 73,706 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 70,913 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 70,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 70,913 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 68,737 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 62,703 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 45,724 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 41,052 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 324,345 miles

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

exhaust center section baffles worn

vehicle heavily under sealed

Fail 21 Aug 2017 324,345 miles

vehicle heavily under sealed

exhaust center section baffles worn

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 277,258 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2014 18,478 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 14,432 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 14,382 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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D109 BSA is a 1986 Volkswagen Lt in Red with a 2,383cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.9% with a typical mileage of 73,107 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 D109 BSA, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D109 BSA?

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What year was D109 BSA registered?

D109 BSA is a 1986 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D109 BSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D109 BSA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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