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797 BDU

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

78,885 mi
Last recorded78,885 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration797 BDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 78,885 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 78,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 78,348 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 77,395 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 77,393 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2022 75,986 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 74,770 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 73,670 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 71,778 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 70,378 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 68,734 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 66,688 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 64,630 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 62,978 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 60,592 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 58,482 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 56,391 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 54,729 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 48,966 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 42,629 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 35,481 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 35,481 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 27,902 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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797 BDU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 797 BDU, 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 797 BDU registered?

797 BDU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is 797 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 797 BDU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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