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BG55 HUO

2005 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,736 mi
Last recorded50,736 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy117,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 HUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 50,736 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 50,702 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake binding very slightly

Pass 10 Feb 2025 47,483 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 45,144 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 45,031 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 45,031 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 43,943 miles

Nearside Front Upper Pin hole at the bigger end of nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover boot

Pass 16 Nov 2019 41,985 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2019 41,985 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective seized (3.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 40,265 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 40,265 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 38,788 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 37,612 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 36,174 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 34,856 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 33,279 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 31,925 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 31,925 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 30,782 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 28,315 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 28,315 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 26,525 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 22,157 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 16,932 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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BG55 HUO is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 BG55 HUO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG55 HUO registered?

BG55 HUO is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is BG55 HUO safe to buy?

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