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HG53 OXM

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

121,329 mi
Last recorded121,329 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 OXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 121,329 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 121,329 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 116,443 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 108,351 miles

Handbrake travel high

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 14 May 2015 108,346 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Handbrake travel high

Handbrake travel high

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 May 2014 95,474 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 95,470 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Coolant level below minimum requirements

Handbrake travel high

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 May 2013 87,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front bumper damaged

power steering pump damp

slight lift in front strut top mounts

slight notchy feel to steering detected on lock to lock check

slightly long handbrake travel

wiper blades worn

Fail 2 May 2013 87,327 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front bumper damaged

power steering pump damp

slight lift in front strut top mounts

slight notchy feel to steering detected on lock to lock check

slightly long handbrake travel

wiper blades worn

Pass 14 Apr 2012 79,563 miles

all 4 tyres worn unevenly

Pass 8 Apr 2011 70,919 miles

Both wing mirrors cracked

Damage to near side front of bumper/wing

Drive belt starting to perish

Drivers seat belt starting to fray

Nearside front brake slightly binding

Nearside wiper blade not clearing screen well

Offside headlamp glass cracked

Fail 8 Apr 2011 70,919 miles

Both wing mirrors cracked

Damage to near side front of bumper/wing

Drive belt starting to perish

Drivers seat belt starting to fray

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake slightly binding

Nearside wiper blade not clearing screen well

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside headlamp glass cracked

Pass 8 Mar 2010 59,574 miles

front brake discs ridged + pads very thin

n/s door mirror cracked

o/s headlight damaged

some damage to n/s/f wheel

Fail 8 Mar 2010 59,573 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs ridged + pads very thin

n/s door mirror cracked

o/s headlight damaged

some damage to n/s/f wheel

Pass 13 Nov 2008 42,415 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 42,415 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 30,660 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 3 Nov 2006 20,677 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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HG53 OXM is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 HG53 OXM, 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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HG53 OXM is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 6 November 2003.

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