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GJ53 ESV

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,321 mi
Last recorded125,321 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 ESV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2016 125,321 miles

Front slight damage

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 113,903 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 97,797 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 82,955 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 69,097 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 54,386 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 42,599 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 25,930 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 24,956 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 22,898 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 18,124 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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GJ53 ESV is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ53 ESV, 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 GJ53 ESV registered?

GJ53 ESV is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is GJ53 ESV safe to buy?

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