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RV56 VFJ

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

411,786 mi
Last recorded411,786 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 VFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2026 411,786 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 400,148 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 400,146 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 396,142 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

under side of vehicle very muddy

Fail 8 Jul 2024 396,142 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

under side of vehicle very muddy

Pass 12 Jul 2023 371,167 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s front brake plate is deteriorating

under side covered in mud

Fail 12 Jul 2023 371,167 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

n/s front brake plate is deteriorating

under side covered in mud

Pass 12 Jul 2022 357,042 miles

vehicle very very muddy under side

Pass 16 Jul 2021 343,742 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 331,705 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jun 2019 331,689 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 331,689 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 321,130 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 312,411 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 305,201 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 296,760 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 283,052 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 283,052 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 248,044 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 216,025 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 173,251 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 130,967 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 83,972 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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RV56 VFJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 RV56 VFJ, 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 RV56 VFJ registered?

RV56 VFJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is RV56 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 VFJ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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