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LJ05 OKL

2005 Cadillac Cts

Blue Petrol 3564cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,723 mi
Last recorded120,723 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Cadillac Cts42,119 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 OKL
MakeCadillac
ModelCts
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,564cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 120,723 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 120,723 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 120,723 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 115,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight exhaust blow

Pass 13 Jan 2021 108,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 95,631 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 90,213 miles

engine management light on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 84,792 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 77,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 7 Mar 2016 77,782 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 6 Mar 2015 68,460 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2014 63,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads low

Pass 2 Aug 2013 58,879 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 58,182 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Jan 2012 55,887 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 53,487 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 49,285 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 49,285 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 40,401 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 30,951 miles

How Reliable is the Cadillac Cts?

Based on 2,997 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
4,051
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 67
Brake pipe excessively corroded 59
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 58
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 50
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LJ05 OKL is a 2005 Cadillac Cts in Blue with a 3,564cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Cadillac Cts models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 42,119 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Cadillac Cts fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 OKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Cadillac Cts typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Cadillac Cts is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 OKL registered?

LJ05 OKL is a 2005 Cadillac Cts, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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