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FY06 GUF

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

263,792 mi
Last recorded263,792 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 GUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 263,792 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 260,370 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Apr 2023 256,089 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 250,415 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 250,415 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 249,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust corroded and blowing slightly

rear anti roll bar bushes have slight play

Fail 8 Apr 2021 249,304 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust corroded and blowing slightly

rear anti roll bar bushes have slight play

Pass 2 Apr 2019 237,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear disks/pads worn

Pass 22 Mar 2018 228,686 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear brake disks corroding

Fail 22 Mar 2018 228,686 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake disks corroding

Pass 13 Mar 2017 222,374 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 203,222 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear, both sides of van (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 203,222 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear, both sides of van (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 183,236 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 163,740 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 154,520 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 126,107 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 106,581 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 86,951 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 63,745 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 63,745 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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FY06 GUF is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 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 FY06 GUF, 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 20 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 FY06 GUF registered?

FY06 GUF is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is FY06 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY06 GUF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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