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KS53 SZN

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

186,391 mi
Last recorded186,391 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 186,391 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 180,249 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 171,731 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 159,726 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 147,452 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 147,448 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 130,063 miles

brake lines covered in underseal

o/s wiper spilt

vehicle muddy

Fail 15 Jan 2013 130,063 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

brake lines covered in underseal

o/s wiper spilt

vehicle muddy

Fail 14 Dec 2011 115,638 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 115,638 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 97,757 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 78,737 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 59,032 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 53,053 miles

slight distorsion to nearside rear tyre

Fail 4 Jul 2008 53,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

slight distorsion to nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2007 26,851 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 26,516 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 26,516 miles

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

n/s mirror glass damaged

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 SZN is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SZN, 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 KS53 SZN registered?

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

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