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FJ53 OHV

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,297 mi
Last recorded105,297 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 OHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 105,297 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2016 105,297 miles

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

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 102,512 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 102,502 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

low effort on rear service brake

Pass 2 Nov 2013 99,782 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Nov 2013 99,782 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 93,810 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 87,085 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 81,158 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 74,395 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 74,395 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 65,276 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 50,690 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 33,513 miles

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

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 OHV is a 2003 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 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 OHV, 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 OHV registered?

FJ53 OHV is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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