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AJ05 CAD

2005 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

255,582 mi
Last recorded255,582 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy117,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 CAD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 255,582 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2025 255,582 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 251,568 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 246,344 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 246,344 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2022 240,880 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 May 2022 240,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 235,541 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 226,756 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 220,215 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 216,713 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 209,512 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 209,501 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 199,425 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 182,303 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 168,410 miles

BOTH wipers slightly smearing

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 158,099 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 139,909 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

slight movement in offside front suspenaion component

Fail 6 Sep 2011 139,909 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

slight movement in offside front suspenaion component

Fail 4 Sep 2010 114,250 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 114,250 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 86,248 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2009 86,183 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 63,559 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 63,558 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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AJ05 CAD is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 117,574 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 AJ05 CAD, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ05 CAD registered?

AJ05 CAD is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is AJ05 CAD safe to buy?

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