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SW51 HWB

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,118 mi
Last recorded161,118 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW51 HWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2011 161,118 miles

ADVISE SPARE WHEEL SLIGHTY LOOSE

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2011 160,982 miles

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 149,294 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 138,670 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 130,664 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 122,584 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 122,584 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 114,711 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 103,664 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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SW51 HWB is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 106,925 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 SW51 HWB, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SW51 HWB registered?

SW51 HWB is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is SW51 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW51 HWB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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