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DX05 OTC

2005 Aixam Mega 500L Diesel

White Diesel 479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,347 mi
Last recorded87,347 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Aixam Mega 500L Diesel10,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 OTC
MakeAixam
ModelMega 500L Diesel
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine479cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 87,347 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 85,816 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 85,816 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 May 2015 78,662 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 May 2015 78,662 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 72,092 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 58,831 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 May 2013 58,831 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

suspect front brake calipers leaking fluid

Fail 22 Apr 2013 58,064 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 28,354 miles

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 14,058 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 13,125 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 10,664 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 10,664 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 9,935 miles

How Reliable is the Aixam Mega 500L Diesel?

Based on 952 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
556
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 79
fog lamp missing 53
Side repeater missing 36
Stop lamp not working 36
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
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DX05 OTC is a 2005 Aixam Mega 500L Diesel in White with a 479cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Aixam Mega 500L Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 10,783 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aixam Mega 500L Diesel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 OTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aixam Mega 500L Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Aixam Mega 500L Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DX05 OTC is a 2005 Aixam Mega 500L Diesel, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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