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SY06 SYF

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,680 mi
Last recorded164,680 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY06 SYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 164,680 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

brakes pass on lock up

surface rust underside

Fail 11 Oct 2019 164,680 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

brakes pass on lock up

surface rust underside

Pass 9 Nov 2018 152,818 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 150,180 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 147,385 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 147,385 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 6 May 2015 140,086 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 140,086 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 133,527 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 133,527 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 May 2013 128,352 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 124,219 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 114,284 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 96,221 miles
Pass 3 May 2010 80,382 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 66,173 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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SY06 SYF is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SY06 SYF, 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 SY06 SYF registered?

SY06 SYF is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 20 April 2006.

Is SY06 SYF safe to buy?

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