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PJ56 HTE

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

123,509 mi
Last recorded123,509 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ56 HTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 123,509 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 123,092 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 123,092 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 121,819 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 121,819 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 121,088 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 120,315 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 116,510 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 116,510 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 113,813 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 111,246 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 107,225 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine running uneven on tickover

Pass 19 Oct 2015 103,382 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 92,719 miles

nearside/offside front tyre treads wearing on inner edges.

Pass 3 Oct 2013 79,839 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 65,745 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 54,391 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 44,461 miles

fading to n/s/r indicator

Pass 3 Oct 2009 32,839 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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PJ56 HTE is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 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 PJ56 HTE, 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 20 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 PJ56 HTE registered?

PJ56 HTE is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is PJ56 HTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ56 HTE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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