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DX51 GYE

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

106,846 mi
Last recorded106,846 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 GYE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2020 106,846 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 106,825 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2018 100,011 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 88,263 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear brake pipes unions surface corrison (3.6.B.2c)

advise : under body surface corrsion

Fail 12 Jan 2017 88,263 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working tail light (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working brake light (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear brake pipes unions surface corrison (3.6.B.2c)

advise : under body surface corrsion

Pass 13 Oct 2015 72,124 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 72,124 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 61,018 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 56,401 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 51,007 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 44,620 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 37,767 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 32,368 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 30,432 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 27,474 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 27,474 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 23,591 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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DX51 GYE is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 106,925 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 DX51 GYE, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX51 GYE?

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What year was DX51 GYE registered?

DX51 GYE is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 20 October 2001.

Is DX51 GYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 GYE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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