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LC53 OCJ

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

208,791 mi
Last recorded208,791 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 OCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 208,791 miles

Surface corrosion to inner and outer sills

Pass 6 Jan 2022 203,698 miles

UNDERBODY GOOD KEEP TOPPING IT UP WITH WAX OIL GREASE THROUGH OUT

Fail 18 Dec 2021 203,695 miles

Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating FOOT BRAKE TRAVEL EXCESSIVE (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust system insecure FRONT OF BACK BOX BRAKET BROKEN OFF SYSTEM HITTING AXLE (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated ALL HOSES HARD WORN OLD (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 201,500 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 196,935 miles

brake pipes corroded

sump damaged and slight oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2018 196,932 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

brake pipes corroded

sump damaged and slight oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2014 191,324 miles

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

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

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

lowerded suspension all

Pass 19 Feb 2013 179,985 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all suspension lowerd

exh corroded slight

Fail 13 Feb 2013 179,657 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

all suspension lowerd

exh corroded slight

Pass 30 Dec 2011 170,583 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front suspension lowered

Pass 2 Nov 2010 161,339 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

lowered suspension

Pass 23 Apr 2009 155,324 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 134,205 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 134,205 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front bumper insecure

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 98,723 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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LC53 OCJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue 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 LC53 OCJ, 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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LC53 OCJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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