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FB53 FHV

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,875 mi
Last recorded115,875 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 FHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 115,875 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 119,848 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 116,115 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 112,280 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 112,280 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 112,152 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 112,152 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 112,103 miles

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Fail 15 Jan 2009 112,103 miles

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2007 105,144 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 83,775 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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FB53 FHV is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FB53 FHV, 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 FB53 FHV registered?

FB53 FHV is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is FB53 FHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB53 FHV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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