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BG53 DAU

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,817 mi
Last recorded109,817 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 DAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2023 109,817 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 108,220 miles

brake pipes corroded

front anti roll bar bushes

front reg plate cracked

o/s rear light lens cracked

Pass 27 Jan 2021 102,721 miles

brake pipes corroded

chassis rails and sills corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2020 96,914 miles

brake pipes

sills

Pass 14 Jan 2019 89,930 miles

sils corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2018 82,659 miles

brake pipes corroded

n/s cv boot

Pass 8 Feb 2017 73,714 miles

brake pipes corroded

o/s outer sill corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2016 65,089 miles

brake pipes corroded

front brake pads low

rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Feb 2015 49,234 miles

all brakepipes corroded

front inner wishbonebushes perished

Pass 16 Dec 2013 51,092 miles

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

all brakepipes corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2013 46,029 miles

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

all brake pipes corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2011 38,496 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 34,857 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 34,857 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 28,745 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 21,945 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 17,168 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 13,168 miles

FRONT BREAK PADS LOW.

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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BG53 DAU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BG53 DAU, 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

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What year was BG53 DAU registered?

BG53 DAU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is BG53 DAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 DAU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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