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LD53 JYH

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,863 mi
Last recorded97,863 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2009
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 JYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Dec 2009 97,863 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front number plate need changing soon

n/s and o/s front struts mounting slight play

under front section plastic covers

Pass 14 Dec 2009 97,863 miles

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

front number plate need changing soon

n/s and o/s front struts mounting slight play

under front section plastic covers

Pass 17 Sep 2008 83,465 miles

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

both rear service brakes not locking on r.b.t

n/s/r lower side lamp inop

slight lifting in both front top shocker mounts

spare tyre at 1.6mm

Fail 9 Oct 2007 68,506 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 68,506 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 51,979 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 51,979 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 8 Nov 2006 51,685 miles

Nearside Front Upper Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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LD53 JYH is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LD53 JYH, 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 LD53 JYH registered?

LD53 JYH is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is LD53 JYH safe to buy?

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