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LR55 BWM

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

158,136 mi
Last recorded158,136 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 BWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 158,136 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 156,621 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Sep 2024 156,612 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Nearside and Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Sep 2023 153,191 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2023 153,191 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022
Fail 5 Sep 2022

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 150,881 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 150,852 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 149,819 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 149,780 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 149,696 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 149,539 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 149,097 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 148,176 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 6 Sep 2014 148,176 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 147,231 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 144,976 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 140,589 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 137,665 miles

Offside front tyre starting to wear centre of tred.

Pass 21 Aug 2009 134,022 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 119,313 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 119,313 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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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LR55 BWM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 122,777 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 LR55 BWM, 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 21 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 LR55 BWM registered?

LR55 BWM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is LR55 BWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 BWM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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