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BD55 XLE

2005 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,860 mi
Last recorded155,860 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy117,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 XLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 155,860 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 147,825 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2016 147,823 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 137,443 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 129,586 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 25 Nov 2013 129,586 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Coolant leak

Pass 30 Oct 2012 108,057 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 108,057 miles

rear brake discs slightly scored

Pass 4 Oct 2010 98,129 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 97,487 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 97,487 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 74,920 miles

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

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

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

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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BD55 XLE is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD55 XLE, 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 BD55 XLE registered?

BD55 XLE is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is BD55 XLE safe to buy?

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