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AO03 BVJ

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

148,940 mi
Last recorded148,940 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 BVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 148,940 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front to rear. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front to rear. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 148,894 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front to rear. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front to rear. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 144,390 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside sill corroded

Offside sill corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 142,551 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 139,905 miles

slight play in nearside front inner steering rack joint

Pass 5 Oct 2016 135,525 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 131,873 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 128,512 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

all brake pipes are covered in underseal

exhaust system starting to deteriorate

nearside outer sill starting to corrode/rust

Pass 21 Oct 2013 125,131 miles

all of the brake pipes are covered in underseal

exhaust is slightly deteriorated

nearside and offside front tyres are wearing low on inner edges

slight play in nearside front inner steering rack joint

Pass 1 Nov 2012 121,101 miles

all of the brake pipes are covered in underseal

exhaust is slighty deteriorated

nearside and offside outer sills are slightly corroded

nearside front tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Nov 2011 113,451 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 112,752 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 109,892 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 95,720 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 95,720 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 79,392 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 79,266 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 64,702 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

slight play in steering rack

Pass 15 Mar 2006 50,115 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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AO03 BVJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AO03 BVJ, 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 AO03 BVJ registered?

AO03 BVJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is AO03 BVJ safe to buy?

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