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AO05 LOJ

2005 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

198,456 mi
Last recorded198,456 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy117,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 LOJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 198,456 miles

engine rough on idle

front suspension arm bushes splitting

oil leak

Fail 25 May 2019 198,456 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

engine rough on idle

front suspension arm bushes splitting

oil leak

Pass 21 May 2018 187,680 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 170,295 miles

both seat belt buckle covers damaged

handbrake lever slightly damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2016 160,146 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 152,445 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 147,529 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 147,527 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 135,422 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 120,447 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 102,677 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 86,068 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 86,068 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 70,755 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 49,693 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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AO05 LOJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO05 LOJ, 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 AO05 LOJ registered?

AO05 LOJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is AO05 LOJ safe to buy?

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