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GJ06 XXY

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,934 mi
Last recorded159,934 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 XXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 159,934 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 159,830 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 159,045 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 151,161 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

engine misfire on tick over

Fail 9 May 2018 151,159 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage rear wiper arm broken (6.1.C.1)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc smaller end clip broken (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

engine misfire on tick over

Pass 30 Mar 2016 148,396 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D'bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 135,828 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 131,238 miles

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine noise possible flywheel?

Fail 21 Mar 2014 131,237 miles

Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine noise possible flywheel?

Pass 5 Apr 2013 115,104 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 115,104 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 96,066 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear suspension bump stops perished

front brake discs in poor condition

knocking noise from engine / transmission area

nearside front tyre outer sidewall cut (no cords showing)

offside door mirror damaged

parking brake release button missing

spare tyre flat

Fail 22 Mar 2012 95,798 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear suspension bump stops perished

brake fluid low

front brake discs in poor condition

knocking noise from engine / transmission area

nearside front tyre outer sidewall cut (no cords showing)

offside door mirror damaged

parking brake release button missing

spare tyre flat

spare wheel carrier loose

Pass 1 Apr 2011 78,953 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 59,174 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 46,044 miles

offside door mirror cracked but still able to see clearly behind

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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GJ06 XXY is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ06 XXY, 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.

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What year was GJ06 XXY registered?

GJ06 XXY is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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