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PJ56 HTP

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

180,025 mi
Last recorded180,025 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 180,025 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 172,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension modified so that the rear spring saddles are under the axle.

Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 May 2020 164,870 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 153,029 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

o/s/r tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 11 Apr 2018 138,512 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2018 138,512 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 125,186 miles

Front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2016 109,471 miles

fuel cooler bolt missing

Fail 8 Jan 2016 109,471 miles

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

fuel cooler bolt missing

Pass 13 Jan 2015 98,196 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 93,580 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 79,693 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2011 73,419 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 73,419 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 68,831 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 59,152 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 59,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 HTP is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 PJ56 HTP, 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.

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What year was PJ56 HTP registered?

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

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