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AU55 DVL

2005 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

223,482 mi
Last recorded223,482 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy117,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 DVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 223,482 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 211,126 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre tread stepped on inner edge.

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 199,327 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre tread starting to step on inner edge.

Pass 11 Sep 2018 183,911 miles

1/ slight damage to windscreen

2/ pin hole in n/s front outer drive shaft gaiter and becoming perished

3/ slight uneven tread wear on n/s rear tyre

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 167,849 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 167,849 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 154,770 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear tyre tread starting to step on inner edge

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 141,986 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 127,578 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 114,743 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 101,203 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2012 101,203 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 88,038 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 71,957 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 57,706 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 57,706 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 46,087 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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AU55 DVL is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AU55 DVL, 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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AU55 DVL is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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