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RJ56 EXL

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,380 mi
Last recorded122,380 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 EXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 122,380 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 118,276 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 118,246 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Pipe weak and blowing to the rear of the centre box (7.1.2)

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

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Rear fog light/ side light bulb in backwards , causing fog light to always be on with side lights (1.3.2f)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2016 114,685 miles

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

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

Oil leak engine oil leak ()

Pass 10 Sep 2015 107,867 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 107,867 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 99,956 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Sep 2014 99,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Feb 2013 82,084 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 63,428 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 63,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 57,400 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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RJ56 EXL is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RJ56 EXL, 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.

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What year was RJ56 EXL registered?

RJ56 EXL is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 November 2006.

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