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DIG 5125

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

161,880 mi
Last recorded161,880 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 5125
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 161,880 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 155,951 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 145,990 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 142,321 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 136,916 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 132,038 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 131,451 miles

both rear shock covers corroded

both rear tyres worn unevenly

Fail 26 Apr 2017 131,450 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened fronts (3.5.1i)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened rears (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

both rear shock covers corroded

both rear tyres worn unevenly

Pass 31 Mar 2016 127,667 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 124,465 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 116,476 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 116,476 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 109,970 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 109,801 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

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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DIG 5125 is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 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 DIG 5125, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DIG 5125 registered?

DIG 5125 is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 May 2006.

Is DIG 5125 safe to buy?

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