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AJ53 OSO

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,500 mi
Last recorded67,500 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 OSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2015 67,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2013

n/s/r wheel arch has some rust

steel brake pipes to rear compensator have some rust

Fail 8 Jul 2013

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Centre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

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

n/s/r wheel arch has some rust

Pass 3 Feb 2012 66,993 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Feb 2012 66,993 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 60,236 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 55,491 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 49,986 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 44,325 miles

rear brakes noisey

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

Fail 10 Dec 2007 44,324 miles

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

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

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

rear brakes noisey

Pass 14 Dec 2006 36,252 miles

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

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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AJ53 OSO is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AJ53 OSO, 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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What year was AJ53 OSO registered?

AJ53 OSO is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is AJ53 OSO safe to buy?

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