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EX51 KGE

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

178,903 mi
Last recorded178,903 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 KGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2014 178,903 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 178,903 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 162,701 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

front brake discs slight wear

Pass 8 Jul 2011 70,274 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 125,575 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 125,575 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 116,596 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Mar 2009 116,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 111,658 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 99,733 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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EX51 KGE is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EX51 KGE, 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

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What year was EX51 KGE registered?

EX51 KGE is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is EX51 KGE safe to buy?

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