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KP51 KXA

2001 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,764 mi
Last recorded96,764 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lt125,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP51 KXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 96,764 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 94,942 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 94,381 miles

Handbrake linkage stiff

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 93,185 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 93,182 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing Temporary cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 89,188 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS/OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 86,530 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Slight corrosion on o/s outer sill

Slight play in Both front shock absorber struts

Pass 21 Nov 2019 85,647 miles

Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front shock absorbers have slight play in the strut

slight corrosion on o/s outer sill (not structural)

Pass 23 Nov 2018 84,335 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 84,317 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 82,826 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 80,162 miles

Oil leak engine ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corroded (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Nov 2016 80,155 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Oil leak engine ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 77,609 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe in poor condition (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 74,624 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 72,128 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 67,618 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 67,616 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2011 63,625 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 63,624 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 58,519 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 53,393 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 42,633 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 43,618 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 43,618 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 38,673 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 32,979 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)

Fail 2 Nov 2005 32,936 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (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)

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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KP51 KXA is a 2001 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 125,626 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 KP51 KXA, 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 25 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 KP51 KXA registered?

KP51 KXA is a 2001 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is KP51 KXA safe to buy?

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