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RN55 FJZ

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

89,765 mi
Last recorded89,765 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN55 FJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 89,765 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2025 89,765 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 83,603 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides lower arm rear mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2025 83,603 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides lower arm rear mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 77,647 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 71,396 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 71,396 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2022 65,625 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 65,625 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 59,930 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 53,843 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 48,041 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 43,165 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 43,088 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 40,680 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 37,396 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 33,704 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 30,617 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 26,979 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 24,018 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 19,114 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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RN55 FJZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 RN55 FJZ, 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 RN55 FJZ registered?

RN55 FJZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 January 2006.

Is RN55 FJZ safe to buy?

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