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ML03 LTU

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

170,060 mi
Last recorded170,060 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 LTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2015 170,060 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 170,060 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 166,850 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 166,850 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 164,016 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 164,016 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 152,092 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 144,066 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 144,066 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 138,976 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 134,046 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 134,043 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 116,792 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2006 85,510 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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ML03 LTU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 ML03 LTU, 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 ML03 LTU registered?

ML03 LTU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is ML03 LTU safe to buy?

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