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LJ55 PNZ

2005 Cadillac Cts

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

149,301 mi
Last recorded149,301 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 Cadillac Cts42,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 PNZ
MakeCadillac
ModelCts
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2012 149,301 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 May 2011 122,697 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 122,697 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 95,580 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 95,580 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 75,894 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 75,894 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 61,217 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 47,850 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 19,698 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 19,480 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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LJ55 PNZ is a 2005 Cadillac Cts in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ55 PNZ, 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 LJ55 PNZ registered?

LJ55 PNZ is a 2005 Cadillac Cts, first registered on 12 October 2005.

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