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BG03 HPY

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

190,570 mi
Last recorded190,570 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 HPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 190,570 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 184,546 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 170,295 miles

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

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

oil leak from sump plug hand brake need ajusting

Pass 22 Aug 2011 157,061 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Battery insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2010 154,417 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 154,417 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 142,778 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 132,726 miles

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 26 Apr 2007 103,234 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 79,388 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 22 May 2006 79,388 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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BG03 HPY is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BG03 HPY, 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 BG03 HPY registered?

BG03 HPY is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is BG03 HPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 HPY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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