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RK03 XDS

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

138,824 mi
Last recorded138,824 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 XDS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 138,824 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Border Line Pass (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 128,405 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 126,804 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 125,659 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 124,049 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 120,103 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 120,103 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 112,293 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

o/s rear tyre nail in tread

screen sratched

Pass 31 Jul 2014 107,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front shock absorbers lift in top mounts

exhaust support rubber split

fine scratches to windscreen

offside rear door not opening

play at top of steering column

spare wheel carrier secured with cable ties

Fail 28 Jul 2014 107,172 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front shock absorbers lift in top mounts

exhaust support rubber split

fine scratches to windscreen

offside rear door not opening

play at top of steering column

spare wheel carrier secured with cable ties

Fail 29 Jul 2013 98,074 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front shock absorbers lift in top mounts

both front tyres side walls cracking

brake pedal travel

Pass 29 Jul 2013 98,074 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front shock absorbers lift in top mounts

both front tyres side walls cracking

brake pedal travel

Pass 9 Jul 2012 90,669 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre inner side wall cracking

offside front wiper blade worn

spare wheel carrier loose

Pass 21 Mar 2011 83,607 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front shock absorbers lift in top mounts

rear bumper damage covered with tape

Pass 18 Mar 2010 75,474 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 67,386 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 60,000 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Mar 2008 60,000 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 49,888 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2007 49,888 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 37,111 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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RK03 XDS is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RK03 XDS, 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 RK03 XDS registered?

RK03 XDS is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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