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OU53 RVY

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

143,466 mi
Last recorded143,466 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 143,466 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both. (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

slight corrosion underneath.

Pass 5 Jul 2016 135,031 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 128,650 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 112,877 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 112,877 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 102,191 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 92,367 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 80,251 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 74,086 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 66,458 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 56,554 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 46,974 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 RVY is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RVY, 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 OU53 RVY registered?

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

Is OU53 RVY safe to buy?

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