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LB55 GDU

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

186,280 mi
Last recorded186,280 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 GDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 186,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 185,028 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 183,181 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 180,915 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 178,244 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 174,904 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 172,314 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 169,103 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 167,201 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2016 158,432 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 144,478 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 138,683 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 129,380 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

wear/deterioration in gearbox mount

Pass 8 Jan 2014 129,380 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

wear/deterioration in gearbox mount

Pass 2 Jan 2013 113,778 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 90,578 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 76,481 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 63,326 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 50,783 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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LB55 GDU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 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 LB55 GDU, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LB55 GDU registered?

LB55 GDU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 13 January 2006.

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