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FB02 HCV

2002 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

229,710 mi
Last recorded229,710 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Caddy105,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB02 HCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2015 229,710 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 3 Dec 2015 229,679 miles

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

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

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded All front to rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 184,005 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 182,287 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 178,693 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 24 Jan 2012 178,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Jan 2011 162,619 miles

handbrake travel high.

Pass 2 Aug 2010 157,507 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 151,167 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 151,167 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 143,306 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 134,914 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 116,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 116,605 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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FB02 HCV is a 2002 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 105,110 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 FB02 HCV, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FB02 HCV registered?

FB02 HCV is a 2002 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is FB02 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB02 HCV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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