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GU03 XYR

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

265,790 mi
Last recorded265,790 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 XYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2013 265,790 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 265,790 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 222,196 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 222,196 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 176,109 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 176,109 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 135,476 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 135,476 miles

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 107,448 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 83,515 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 76,408 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 63,194 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 63,194 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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GU03 XYR is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU03 XYR, 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 GU03 XYR registered?

GU03 XYR is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GU03 XYR safe to buy?

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