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KV51 JMU

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

122,468 mi
Last recorded122,468 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 JMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 122,468 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 122,457 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 110,046 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 110,028 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 104,775 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 88,138 miles

offside tyre starting to perish

rear brakes sqealing; recomend checking linings

Pass 3 Oct 2013 79,411 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 73,196 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Oct 2012 73,188 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 69,382 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 69,382 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 65,511 miles

offside rear wheel bearing starting to sound niosy

Pass 30 Oct 2009 65,499 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 65,499 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 49,880 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 43,998 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 40,820 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 31,786 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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KV51 JMU is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 106,925 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 KV51 JMU, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV51 JMU registered?

KV51 JMU is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 October 2001.

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