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L40 EYM

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2024
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

191,782 mi
Last recorded191,782 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL40 EYM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 191,782 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 191,705 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 189,277 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 188,715 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 188,658 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 188,633 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 163,150 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 146,274 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 134,647 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 134,599 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 72,037 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 72,037 miles

Centre Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 54,054 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 54,054 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 43,685 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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L40 EYM is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 L40 EYM, 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 L40 EYM registered?

L40 EYM is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is L40 EYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L40 EYM shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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