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RF03 SKU

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

114,827 mi
Last recorded114,827 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 SKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2010 114,827 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)

Oil leak

n/s/f wheel rim is slightly damaged.

n/s/f wing mirror is slightly damaged.

o/s/f wing mirror is slightly damaged.

Fail 9 Aug 2010 114,814 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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)

Oil leak

n/s/f wheel rim is slightly damaged.

n/s/f wing mirror is slightly damaged.

o/s/f wing mirror is slightly damaged.

Pass 17 Aug 2009 108,210 miles

Oil leak

passenger side wing mirror is cracked but does not effect the view to the rear of the vehicle.

rear seat (not back rest) insecure.

spare wheel carry loose.

Fail 12 Aug 2009 108,169 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

passenger side wing mirror is cracked but does not effect the view to the rear of the vehicle.

rear seat (not back rest) insecure.

spare wheel carry loose.

Fail 3 Jun 2008 107,266 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 107,266 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 103,399 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 103,391 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Outer rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 78,131 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

spare tyre defective

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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RF03 SKU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 96,605 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 RF03 SKU, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RF03 SKU registered?

RF03 SKU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is RF03 SKU safe to buy?

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