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LV03 DGU

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,898 mi
Last recorded143,898 miles
Recorded on19 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 DGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2012 143,898 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 141,870 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

slight play in nearside steering rack

Fail 24 May 2011 141,866 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

slight play in nearside steering rack

Pass 7 Apr 2010 94,616 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 45,177 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 23,054 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 54,835 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 41,153 miles

Long handbrake travel.

cut in o/s front tyre sidewall.

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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LV03 DGU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LV03 DGU, 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 LV03 DGU registered?

LV03 DGU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is LV03 DGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV03 DGU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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