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PK51 ZBU

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,178 mi
Last recorded78,178 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 ZBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 78,178 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 76,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 73,953 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 71,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2023 71,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 68,887 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 68,887 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear of inner/outer sill excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 66,725 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 63,893 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 63,893 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 61,428 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 58,858 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 55,779 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 52,171 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 16 Oct 2014 48,585 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 45,503 miles

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)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 42,648 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 39,790 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 36,622 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 33,341 miles

rear number plate slightly marked

Pass 30 Oct 2008 29,806 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 26,668 miles

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)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 22,457 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 18,421 miles

screw in o/s/r tyre

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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PK51 ZBU is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 106,925 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 PK51 ZBU, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PK51 ZBU registered?

PK51 ZBU is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is PK51 ZBU safe to buy?

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