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AV53 WJL

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

124,946 mi
Last recorded124,946 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 WJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 124,946 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 113,600 miles

N/S/R Tyre slightly out of shape

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2011 102,176 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 102,176 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 93,248 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 93,248 miles

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 May 2009 79,190 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2009 79,190 miles

Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

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

Pass 27 May 2008 67,451 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 67,451 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 8 Dec 2006 43,267 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 43,267 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)

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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AV53 WJL is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV53 WJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV53 WJL?

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What year was AV53 WJL registered?

AV53 WJL is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is AV53 WJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 WJL shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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