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AD53 VUX

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

124,270 mi
Last recorded124,270 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 27 May 2021 124,270 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Mid section exhaust excessively corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Chassis leg area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Compensator to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at brake compensator valve. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and Outer Sill Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Compensator to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at brake compensator valve. (1.1.11 (c))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor Pan Area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Reverse lamp not working (vehicle before 2009)

Pass 2 Jun 2020 120,852 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear at load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 109,869 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 109,816 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated perished to canvas (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated perished to canvas (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mounting missing / removed. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes in area of rear load valve starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2018 97,668 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 92,806 miles

Front mounting in poor codition

Offside Front nail in tyre

Pass 11 May 2016 87,624 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 80,810 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 80,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 14 May 2014 75,363 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all four tyres cracked

offside front bottom arm rear bush starting to split

offside front tyre split on inner sidewall but not down to cords

Fail 14 May 2014 75,363 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all four tyres cracked

offside front bottom arm rear bush starting to split

offside front tyre split on inner sidewall but not down to cords

Pass 10 May 2013 72,346 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 May 2012 69,385 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 May 2012 69,385 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 7 May 2011 66,003 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 66,003 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 62,381 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 59,021 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Wiper blades begining to split at ends

Pass 5 Apr 2008 54,329 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 40,962 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 VUX is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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

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