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LJ56 AET

2007 Volkswagen Minibus

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,651 mi
Last recorded76,651 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Minibus73,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 AET
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 76,651 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes deteriorated/movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 76,394 miles

Nearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged row 4 (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged row 4 (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 75,772 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged row 2 (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt buckle slightly damaged row 3 (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt buckle slightly damaged row4 (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 75,772 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged row 2 (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt buckle slightly damaged row 3 (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt buckle slightly damaged row4 (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 73,692 miles

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 73,028 miles

Minor oil leak by oil filter housing

Nearside Rear Rear anti roll bar link bottom bolt not completely through locking nut, but still secure.

Nearside washer jet insecure but providing enough fluid to clear windscreen

Offside Rear Rear anti roll bar link bottom bolt not completely through locking nut, but still secure.

Pass 1 Dec 2020 72,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to inner and outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 72,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 69,878 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 67,465 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Minibus?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
2,236
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
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LJ56 AET is a 2007 Volkswagen Minibus in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 73,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Minibus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ56 AET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ56 AET registered?

LJ56 AET is a 2007 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 22 February 2007.

Is LJ56 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ56 AET shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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