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BK03 UCW

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,938 mi
Last recorded49,938 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 UCW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 49,938 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle corroded

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 49,338 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

slight exhaust blow + exhaust back box

Pass 12 Mar 2024 48,552 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front exhaust pipe slightly blowing

Pass 22 Mar 2023 47,800 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 47,345 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 46,047 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 44,492 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 43,432 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 43,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 42,323 miles

Nearside Front slight damadge to tyre outer wall

Pass 14 Mar 2017 40,932 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 38,794 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 37,849 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 35,989 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 34,331 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 32,809 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 30,742 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 30,742 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 27,786 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 27,786 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 24,252 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 20,187 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 16,532 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 12,450 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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BK03 UCW is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BK03 UCW, 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 BK03 UCW registered?

BK03 UCW is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BK03 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 UCW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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