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CW04 HLJ

2004 Volkswagen Caddy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

87,226 mi
Last recorded87,226 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy113,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW04 HLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 87,226 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Apr 2023 87,226 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 83,231 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose Straps corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 79,284 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (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 front to rear brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel tank slightly loose tank strap (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2021 79,284 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear brake pipes across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel tank slightly loose tank strap (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 76,425 miles

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 22 Apr 2020 76,316 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 73,958 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 all rear steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 70,941 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 67,000 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Offside 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)

steering feels slightly notchy at steering wheel - unable to inspect upper U.J. - advise customer has fault inspected

Pass 26 Apr 2016 62,104 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 62,100 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 57,993 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 57,993 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 54,126 miles

Advise front number plate condition

Fail 24 Apr 2014 53,959 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advise front number plate condition

Rear Upper Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 49,979 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 49,979 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 45,173 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 45,075 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 39,751 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 39,751 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 34,597 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 28,299 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 20,121 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 14,444 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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CW04 HLJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Caddy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 113,443 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CW04 HLJ, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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CW04 HLJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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