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AD53 VUW

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

89,617 mi
Last recorded89,617 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 VUW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2014 89,617 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

slight movement in steering column

Fail 1 Dec 2014 89,617 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

slight movement in steering column

Pass 2 Dec 2013 85,614 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 84,057 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 84,057 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 77,035 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Jul 2012 77,035 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Feb 2011 67,051 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 59,008 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2010 59,008 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 52,604 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 45,964 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 37,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 37,094 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caddy?

Based on 2,354,923 MOT tests across 201,129 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
7,837
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
201,129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,074
Registration plate lamp not working 26,465
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24,927
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,804
Stop lamp not working 20,654
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AD53 VUW is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 96,605 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 Volkswagen Caddy fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD53 VUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caddy typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD53 VUW registered?

AD53 VUW is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is AD53 VUW safe to buy?

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