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RY03 PHX

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

149,658 mi
Last recorded149,658 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 PHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 149,658 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes from compensator to front (3.6.B.2c)

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Oct 2017 149,658 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes from compensator to front (3.6.B.2c)

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Oct 2016 142,373 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 137,370 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 130,037 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 108,462 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 89,132 miles

slight play in n/s steering rack

Pass 1 Aug 2011 127,667 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 123,247 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 118,303 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 137,565 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

near side cv joint

Pass 29 Jun 2007 110,757 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 89,415 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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RY03 PHX is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RY03 PHX, 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 RY03 PHX registered?

RY03 PHX is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is RY03 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 PHX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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