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AD53 VVG

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,866 mi
Last recorded160,866 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 160,866 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both x2 (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 147,315 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 134,088 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 117,642 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

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

damage to front bumper grill area

Fail 5 Feb 2015 117,506 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

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

damage to front bumper grill area

Pass 8 Jan 2014 92,703 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 8 Jan 2014 92,703 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 10 Jan 2013 75,161 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 2 Dec 2011 55,274 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 46,093 miles

both front tyres 2mm and worn low on outer edges

Pass 5 Jan 2010 41,225 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 5 Jan 2010 41,225 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 2 Dec 2008 33,593 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 32,138 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 29,365 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 VVG is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD53 VVG registered?

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

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