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L1 OUD

2001 Volkswagen Lt

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,704 mi
Last recorded71,704 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lt125,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 OUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 71,704 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 71,580 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 71,313 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 71,313 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 71,150 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 70,841 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 70,681 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 70,514 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2019 70,514 miles

Central Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 70,011 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 69,018 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 68,325 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 67,526 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside mirror cover missing

Pass 9 Dec 2014 66,709 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 64,563 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 63,181 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 62,087 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 60,892 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 59,789 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 58,177 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 53,317 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 46,306 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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L1 OUD is a 2001 Volkswagen Lt in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L1 OUD, 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

How do I check the history of L1 OUD?

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What year was L1 OUD registered?

L1 OUD is a 2001 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 12 February 2001.

Is L1 OUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 OUD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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