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EY53 UAA

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

167,670 mi
Last recorded167,670 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 UAA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 167,670 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 167,670 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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2016 160,867 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment offside front and nearside front (2.5.A.1c)

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

offside rear and nearside rear tyres deteriorating

Pass 3 Mar 2015 158,546 miles

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

exhaust has sight blow from middle section and has corrosion on that area and is weak

high level brake light is not working

nearside and offside front tyres are bald on inner tread and low outter tread tyres are close to legel limit

nearside and offside rear tyres are on 3mm tread

nearside front brake is binding sightly

rear brake pipes have surface corrosion

Pass 10 Feb 2014 153,080 miles

nearside rear tyre outer side wall cut

Pass 9 Mar 2013 147,734 miles

nearside front brake pads low

offside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 14 Feb 2012 141,713 miles

front brake pads very low and discs lipped

nearside rear tyre has a nail in tread and outer side wall perishing

offside front tyre wearing low on tread

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2011 137,607 miles

both rear tyres have a nail in tread

Pass 25 Aug 2009 128,466 miles

nearside rear tyre has a nail in tread

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2007 92,902 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin is corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2006 68,661 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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EY53 UAA is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EY53 UAA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EY53 UAA registered?

EY53 UAA is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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