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AF51 YLW

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,645 mi
Last recorded157,645 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 YLW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 157,645 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 157,642 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear 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 6 Sep 2013 147,410 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 136,273 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 125,528 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 114,997 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 102,141 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 89,149 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 79,983 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 78,937 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 63,747 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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AF51 YLW is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 106,925 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 AF51 YLW, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF51 YLW registered?

AF51 YLW is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is AF51 YLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 YLW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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