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LB53 NWF

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

188,070 mi
Last recorded188,070 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 NWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 188,070 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 167,441 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 167,423 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 167,423 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 149,030 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 132,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 132,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 106,313 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 106,311 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 73,882 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 49,749 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 43,633 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 30,735 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 25,208 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 25,208 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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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LB53 NWF is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 LB53 NWF, 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

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What year was LB53 NWF registered?

LB53 NWF is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LB53 NWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB53 NWF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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