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LR52 KWL

2003 Dennis Unknown

White Diesel 8268cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

267,952 mi
Last recorded267,952 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Dennis Unknown157,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 KWL
MakeDennis
ModelUnknown
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine8,268cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 267,952 miles

ENGINE MIL ON

ALL INTERIOR PASSENGER LIGHTS NOT WORKING

Fail 18 Feb 2025 267,912 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking FUEL PUMP (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

ENGINE MIL ON

Nearside Front Tyre fitted to a bus or coach is close to ten years old 1515 DATE CODE (5.2.3 (m))

ALL INTERIOR PASSENGER LIGHTS NOT WORKING

Pass 16 Feb 2024 266,466 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 265,654 miles

Central Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Lower STOP BUTTONS NOT WORKING

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

INTERIOR LIGHTS UPPER AND LOWER NOT WORKING

Fail 25 Apr 2023 265,654 miles

Offside Rear Lower Emergency exit access blocked (9.1.2 (d))

Central Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Lower STOP BUTTONS NOT WORKING

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

INTERIOR LIGHTS UPPER AND LOWER NOT WORKING

Pass 13 Apr 2022 263,418 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 261,811 miles

Tyre over ten years old fitted to a rear axle of a bus (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 261,420 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 260,148 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive air bag mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive unable to detect source (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive air bag mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Dennis Unknown?

Based on 1,061 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
1,406
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

outline marker lamp(s) not working 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
position lamp(s) not working 6
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LR52 KWL is a 2003 Dennis Unknown in White with a 8,268cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Dennis Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 157,832 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 Dennis Unknown fails its MOT is outline marker lamp(s) not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR52 KWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dennis Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Dennis Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LR52 KWL?

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What year was LR52 KWL registered?

LR52 KWL is a 2003 Dennis Unknown, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is LR52 KWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 KWL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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