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LJ57 EEM

2008 Volkswagen Lt

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

106,219 mi
Last recorded106,219 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Lt99,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 EEM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 106,219 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 100,626 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

both headlamps misty

both n/s tyres scuffed outer walls

Pass 21 Feb 2023 94,973 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 90,220 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 85,803 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 82,462 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber gaiter slightly deteriorated

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Dec 2018 77,899 miles

Nearside Rear single seat back row seat belt buckle missing the cover - seat belt still functions.

Fail 10 Dec 2018 77,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear single seat back row seat belt buckle missing the cover - seat belt still functions.

Pass 12 Dec 2017 72,803 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 68,924 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 63,243 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 56,095 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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LJ57 EEM is a 2008 Volkswagen Lt in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 99,979 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 LJ57 EEM, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LJ57 EEM registered?

LJ57 EEM is a 2008 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is LJ57 EEM safe to buy?

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