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RF53 AYX

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

150,238 mi
Last recorded150,238 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 AYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 150,238 miles

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

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

repair to floor, unable to assess repair.

Pass 26 Jun 2021 141,473 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 131,063 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

o/s inner sill corroded, outside seat belt mounting prescribed area

Pass 18 Jul 2019 123,304 miles

Corrosion on offside inner sill near seat mounting - corrosion considered not to be excessive, still structurally sound

Front brakes have slight imbalance across axle

Pass 10 Jul 2018 120,860 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 119,496 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 117,498 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 115,271 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 115,271 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 113,080 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 113,080 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 109,494 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 109,488 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 106,348 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 106,346 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 102,329 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 98,072 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 87,951 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 77,000 miles

Front bonett damaged but secure in the closed position

Front bumper slightly damaged but securely mounted

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

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

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 77,000 miles

Front bonett damaged but secure in the closed position

Front bumper slightly damaged but securely mounted

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 65,312 miles

Front of vehicle & bumper damaged , bonnett opens & closes securely

Front windscreen wiper blades deteriorated

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 53,643 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 53,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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RF53 AYX is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 RF53 AYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF53 AYX registered?

RF53 AYX is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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