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GR55 RSU

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

261,107 mi
Last recorded261,107 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 RSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 261,107 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 258,826 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 255,280 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 252,642 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 250,157 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 247,489 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 244,800 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 242,233 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 238,005 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 234,432 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 230,512 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 227,267 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 222,905 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 222,905 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Jul 2013 195,636 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 195,636 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 176,354 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 139,013 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2010 139,013 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 99,916 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 59,226 miles

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

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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GR55 RSU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GR55 RSU, 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 GR55 RSU registered?

GR55 RSU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 6 January 2006.

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The MOT history for GR55 RSU 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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