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RJ56 XAE

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,178 mi
Last recorded83,178 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 XAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 83,178 miles

advise o/s/f brake has restricted movement

Fail 13 Sep 2012 79,024 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 79,024 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 66,956 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 51,729 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 XAE is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RJ56 XAE, 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 RJ56 XAE registered?

RJ56 XAE is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is RJ56 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ56 XAE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJ56 XAE have outstanding finance?

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