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OU53 RVP

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

138,411 mi
Last recorded138,411 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 RVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2014 138,411 miles

auxillary belt deteriorated

nearside front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2014 138,411 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

auxillary belt deteriorated

nearside front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2013 129,114 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 129,114 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

auxillary belt deteriorated

Pass 20 Mar 2012 122,174 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 122,174 miles

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 115,049 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 111,082 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 102,316 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 91,271 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 80,939 miles

N/S Wiper worn and H/Brake travel high?

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

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

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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OU53 RVP is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OU53 RVP, 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 OU53 RVP registered?

OU53 RVP is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is OU53 RVP safe to buy?

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