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MX54 GDK

2005 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

215,083 mi
Last recorded215,083 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lt122,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX54 GDK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2016 215,083 miles

Anti-lock braking system component missing DISCONNECTED (3.4.2)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged insecure and trapping in road wheel (3.4.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder retaining device insecure brake caliper lower bush missing (3.6.A.2d)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged wiring insecure (3.4.3)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Passenger's seat insecure centre bolts missing) (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

exhaust tail pipe corroded and holed

n/s/r and o/s/r caliper guide dust boots damaged

o/s/f brake caliper lower bush deteriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2015 190,841 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge. Offside front tyre wearing on both edges.

Nearside rear outer tyre punctured

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2014 184,240 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 169,895 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 154,354 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 154,340 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 139,668 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 138,917 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 115,948 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 96,389 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 95,825 miles

Speed limiter plate missing (6.9.1a)

Speed limiter tamperproof device missing (6.9.6)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 75,038 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 74,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10) DANGEROUS

both seats on offside third row, loose but not insecure.

offside rear inner tyre punctured.

Pass 31 Jan 2007 51,293 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 27,384 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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MX54 GDK is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MX54 GDK, 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.

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MX54 GDK is a 2005 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 4 February 2005.

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