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LR53 WBY

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

122,561 mi
Last recorded122,561 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 WBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 122,561 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 119,086 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 115,864 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 114,366 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 112,564 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 110,945 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 3xrear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 110,945 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 3xrear (1.1.11 (c))

Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 107,742 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 107,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 104,800 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front cut on outer side wall x2

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Fail 12 Oct 2017 104,800 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front cut on outer side wall x2

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 97,586 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 88,643 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 77,135 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 64,225 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 46,439 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2012 46,439 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 40,470 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 38,103 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 35,338 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 32,298 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 Oct 2007 29,543 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 23,802 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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LR53 WBY is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LR53 WBY, 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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What year was LR53 WBY registered?

LR53 WBY is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is LR53 WBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 WBY shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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