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VA53 FRU

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

72,910 mi
Last recorded72,910 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 FRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2009 72,910 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 15 Oct 2009 72,910 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 15 Oct 2008 67,082 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 67,082 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 54,782 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear bumper damaged

Fail 16 Nov 2007 54,782 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear bumper damaged

Pass 1 Dec 2006 43,040 miles

advise rear bumper has damage to nearside taped up to cover cracks

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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VA53 FRU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 96,605 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 VA53 FRU, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VA53 FRU?

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What year was VA53 FRU registered?

VA53 FRU is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is VA53 FRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA53 FRU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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