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SL06 JCU

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,711 mi
Last recorded164,711 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL06 JCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 164,711 miles

Front Both front discs scored and corroded

Nearside Rear Bind on brake but not showing on RBT

Nearside Rear Handbrake effort just met and will need attention

Rear Both rear tyres tread worn

Pass 6 Jun 2017 163,273 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes have bind but not showing on RBT rollers

Rear Handbrake has travel RBT results ok.

Fail 6 Jun 2017 163,273 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brakes have bind but not showing on RBT rollers

Rear Handbrake has travel RBT results ok.

Pass 5 Apr 2016 156,016 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 156,016 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 147,577 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 139,263 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 139,213 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

please check the service history of this engine as it sounds rough and i am a little uneasy about giving it full revs for the emmissions test

Pass 12 Apr 2013 122,441 miles

Both mount bushes worn on rear anti-roll bar

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 122,441 miles

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

Both mount bushes worn on rear anti-roll bar

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 106,021 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 92,947 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 836,865 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 83,826 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 66,262 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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SL06 JCU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc 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 SL06 JCU, 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 SL06 JCU registered?

SL06 JCU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is SL06 JCU safe to buy?

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