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FJ53 HZL

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

179,376 mi
Last recorded179,376 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 HZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 179,376 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2016 179,376 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 171,495 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 171,495 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 145,699 miles

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

offside front indicator lense cracked

Pass 18 Aug 2010 111,702 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 76,908 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 71,494 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 59,260 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 44,398 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 44,398 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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FJ53 HZL 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 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 FJ53 HZL, 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.

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What year was FJ53 HZL registered?

FJ53 HZL is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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The MOT history for FJ53 HZL 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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