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SC51 DAN

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

220,364 mi
Last recorded220,364 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC51 DAN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 220,364 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 210,281 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2025 210,110 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 199,821 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 192,606 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 192,564 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.6 plate value (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface Both sides masked in black (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch Both sides

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 189,306 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 171,258 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 148,695 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perishing both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 123,689 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 107,525 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 86,932 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 63,483 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 63,483 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 51,966 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 44,780 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 36,237 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 29,246 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,420 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 18,742 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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SC51 DAN is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SC51 DAN, 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 SC51 DAN registered?

SC51 DAN is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is SC51 DAN safe to buy?

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