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RE52 VTG

2002 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,749 mi
Last recorded114,749 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Caddy105,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE52 VTG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 114,749 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 111,280 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 109,991 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 109,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 205/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2022 106,669 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 103,680 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases just after the cat (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 99,729 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 94,748 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 90,454 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 85,722 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 82,005 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 77,972 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 72,911 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 67,031 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 61,957 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 61,957 miles

Nearside Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 59,251 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 56,291 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 52,376 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 49,341 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 44,543 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 35,543 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 35,543 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

nsr tyre has slight distortion

Pass 28 Oct 2005 25,697 miles

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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RE52 VTG is a 2002 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 2002 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 105,110 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 RE52 VTG, 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 24 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 RE52 VTG registered?

RE52 VTG is a 2002 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 November 2002.

Is RE52 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE52 VTG shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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