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RN55 FLJ

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,371 mi
Last recorded175,371 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN55 FLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 175,371 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2020 175,371 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 171,127 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 171,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 166,513 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 166,344 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

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

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

engine light on

Fail 30 Apr 2016 166,344 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

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

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

engine light on

Pass 24 Apr 2015 156,191 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2014 149,173 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 128,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2012 128,866 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 113,351 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 108,553 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 93,387 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 93,387 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 FLJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RN55 FLJ, 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 RN55 FLJ registered?

RN55 FLJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 17 February 2006.

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