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FD53 VST

2004 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,404 mi
Last recorded137,404 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy113,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 VST
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2014 137,404 miles

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

o/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 May 2013 131,461 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 2 May 2013 131,443 miles

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

n/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 May 2012 126,312 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 126,296 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 119,412 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 115,451 miles

Alternator light on.not carging 11.63 volts

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Radiator insecure at top

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

Fail 14 May 2010 115,447 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Alternator light on.not carging 11.63 volts

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Radiator insecure at top

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 102,319 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FD53 VST is a 2004 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 113,443 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD53 VST, 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 22 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 FD53 VST registered?

FD53 VST is a 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 February 2004.

Is FD53 VST safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 VST shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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