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AJ56 DZG

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,090 mi
Last recorded178,090 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 DZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 178,090 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 164,756 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 164,756 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 160,775 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 155,106 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 153,437 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 153,437 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 152,681 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 152,681 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both rear d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 147,395 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 147,359 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Lower suspension arm bushes deteriorated

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear anti roll bar mounting bushes worn

The n/s/f brake hose and abs wire are insecure

The n/s/r and both front brakes are tight

The n/s/r sill has been filled

Pass 16 Aug 2018 144,005 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 138,876 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 137,000 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 126,682 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 113,343 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 93,696 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 77,285 miles

nearside rear sill has been repaired

Pass 18 Aug 2011 67,261 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 47,286 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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AJ56 DZG is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 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 AJ56 DZG, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ56 DZG registered?

AJ56 DZG is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 December 2006.

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