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DG53 WEA

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

137,007 mi
Last recorded137,007 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 WEA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2015 137,007 miles

Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 133,896 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2013 133,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2012 127,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 127,948 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 125,233 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2010 121,845 miles

front discs worn

Fail 13 Nov 2010 121,845 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front discs worn

Pass 3 Dec 2009 112,153 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 99,295 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 83,814 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake bind to n/s/f

corrosion to exhaust

damage to n/s/sill

damage to o/s/r tyre on outer wall

no spare tyre fitted

strong advise wear to n/s/f tyre on inner edge

uneven wear to front brake pads

Fail 29 Oct 2007 83,814 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake bind to n/s/f

corrosion to exhaust

damage to n/s/sill

damage to o/s/r tyre on outer wall

no spare tyre fitted

strong advise wear to n/s/f tyre on inner edge

uneven wear to front brake pads

Pass 21 Nov 2006 54,933 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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DG53 WEA is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DG53 WEA, 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 DG53 WEA registered?

DG53 WEA is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is DG53 WEA safe to buy?

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