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KS53 SZK

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

118,519 mi
Last recorded118,519 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 SZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 118,519 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 115,020 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 110,860 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 106,104 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 93,041 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 79,459 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 79,459 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 67,096 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2008 67,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 54,605 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 54,605 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brake valve has an excessive discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 38,700 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 38,700 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

exhaust system look weak with corrosion

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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KS53 SZK 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 69.2%.

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 KS53 SZK, 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

How do I check the history of KS53 SZK?

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What year was KS53 SZK registered?

KS53 SZK is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is KS53 SZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 SZK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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