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GP53 MFY

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,198 mi
Last recorded126,198 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 MFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 126,198 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

nearside and offside rear wheel arches show corrosion

Pass 28 Nov 2023 112,201 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear chassis rail near load sensing valve mounting point shows corrosion

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear brakes noisy

nearside and offside rear wheel arches show corrosion

Fail 24 Nov 2023 112,179 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door mirror glass (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear chassis rail near load sensing valve mounting point shows corrosion

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear brakes noisy

nearside and offside rear wheel arches show corrosion

Pass 8 Dec 2021 92,910 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 89,820 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 89,813 miles

Nearside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 87,055 miles

areas of corrosion

Pass 5 Dec 2018 83,112 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 77,497 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 72,213 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 67,312 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 62,070 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 57,517 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 53,014 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 48,414 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 42,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 42,931 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 37,850 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 32,854 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 28,278 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2006 22,761 miles

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

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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GP53 MFY is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GP53 MFY, 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 GP53 MFY registered?

GP53 MFY is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is GP53 MFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 MFY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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