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PN56 GFV

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,823 mi
Last recorded159,823 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 GFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2019 159,823 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 159,823 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 158,637 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect and offside rear (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 158,606 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 151,378 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Inner Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 144,190 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 139,702 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

reduced effort from rear shock absorbers.

Fail 28 Jul 2015 139,702 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

reduced effort from rear shock absorbers.

Pass 11 Apr 2014 130,623 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 130,623 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 97,501 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear anti roll bar bushes slightly worn

Pass 25 Feb 2012 77,153 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 72,166 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 62,311 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

off side rear tyre very cracked and has small cuts in tread area.

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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PN56 GFV is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PN56 GFV, 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 PN56 GFV registered?

PN56 GFV is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is PN56 GFV safe to buy?

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