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LB51 ZGC

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,998 mi
Last recorded122,998 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 ZGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2015 122,998 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front wiper blade rubbers por condition already signs of wiper mark front screen borderline pass need replacing

o/s/r brakes noisy in brake test recommend further investigation.

signs of dampness rear brake compensator wiped no leeak seen or felt in test,brake fluid leval o/k.recommend cleaning & further investigation

Fail 30 Jan 2015 122,998 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front wiper blade rubbers por condition already signs of wiper mark front screen borderline pass need replacing

o/s/r brakes noisy in brake test recommend further investigation.

signs of dampness rear brake compensator wiped no leeak seen or felt in test,brake fluid leval o/k.recommend cleaning & further investigation

Pass 31 Jan 2014 119,604 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both wiperblade rubbers poor just meet requirements

wiper mark front screen borderline pass benfit given to presenter

Fail 31 Jan 2014 119,604 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both wiperblade rubbers poor just meet requirements

engine oil leval close to minimum

Pass 29 Jan 2013 115,470 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

n/s/r brakes noisy in brake test

taped repair drivers door mirror meets requirements at time of test

Pass 30 Jan 2012 110,871 miles

borderline pass n/s/f wiperblade rubber needs replacing.wiper marks front screen just meet requirements recommend polishing

Pass 30 Dec 2010 103,262 miles

front brake pads seem close to minimum thickness

front tyres wearing quite badlt inner edge will need replacing soon

wiper marks front screen meet requirements but recommend polishing.tim 01322277219

Pass 4 Aug 2009 92,316 miles

borderline pass front windscreen due to wiper marks recommend polish or replacement

drivers door mirror just meets requirements

front washers partially blocked

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge also slight nicks to outer tyre wall

Pass 31 Jul 2008 85,828 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 85,819 miles

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 72,407 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 72,407 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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LB51 ZGC is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LB51 ZGC, 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.

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What year was LB51 ZGC registered?

LB51 ZGC is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is LB51 ZGC safe to buy?

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