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FD52 OMJ

2002 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

151,085 mi
Last recorded151,085 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Caddy105,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 OMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 151,085 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 142,868 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 132,248 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 129,613 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 121,429 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jan 2020 121,423 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 102,624 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 102,624 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

o/s/rear brake binding

Pass 19 Oct 2017 84,716 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 81,049 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 81,047 miles

Driver's airbag missing (5.4.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 75,364 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 75,346 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 51,336 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 51,328 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Fail 7 Nov 2013 40,905 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 40,905 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 38,689 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 35,146 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2011 35,146 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 32,257 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 28,858 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 24,784 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 20,237 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 16,176 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 12,820 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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FD52 OMJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 FD52 OMJ, 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 FD52 OMJ registered?

FD52 OMJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 November 2002.

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