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GL03 FOA

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

161,221 mi
Last recorded161,221 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 FOA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 161,221 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen has damage outside drivers view of the road

Pass 10 May 2023 157,008 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged outside drivers view of the road

Pass 4 Feb 2022 146,102 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 136,921 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 122,813 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 119,605 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 119,605 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 111,977 miles

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 24 Feb 2017 106,598 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 99,139 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 98,625 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 95,841 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 87,363 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 82,563 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 75,431 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2009 65,973 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 53,461 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 47,641 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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GL03 FOA is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GL03 FOA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL03 FOA registered?

GL03 FOA is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is GL03 FOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 FOA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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