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TSA 216

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

56,074 mi
Last recorded56,074 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSA 216
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 56,074 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion to various suspension parts

slight seepage from osf outer cv boot inner clip

Pass 27 Nov 2024 54,865 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front outer cv boots starting to leak around inner clips

both rear shockers corroded

corrosion to various suspension parts

Fail 27 Nov 2024 54,865 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front outer cv boots starting to leak around inner clips

both rear shockers corroded

corrosion to various suspension parts

Pass 8 Nov 2023 52,799 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear shockers corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2023 52,798 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear shockers corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2022 51,769 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 50,390 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 50,387 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2020 49,485 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 47,994 miles

front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 6 Nov 2018 45,181 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 41,908 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 41,908 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 39,930 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 36,999 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 33,237 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 33,237 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 29,311 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 23,853 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 20,120 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 15,288 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 11,072 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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TSA 216 is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 TSA 216, 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 TSA 216 registered?

TSA 216 is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is TSA 216 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSA 216 shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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