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GU03 XYV

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

144,818 mi
Last recorded144,818 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 144,818 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 144,818 miles

Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' cracked (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 138,867 miles

engine covers fitted

w/screen damaged but drivers view ok

Pass 11 Sep 2014 57,599 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 118,708 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 112,245 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2012 112,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 106,569 miles

OSF TYRE PERISHED

Pass 28 Sep 2010 104,341 miles

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

o/s/f tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 12 Apr 2010 104,294 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 104,294 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 96,968 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 96,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 75,775 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 75,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 55,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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 XYV is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GU03 XYV, 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 GU03 XYV registered?

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

Is GU03 XYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 XYV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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