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VA53 HHN

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,989 mi
Last recorded136,989 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 136,989 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Body sill holed/corroded, but not reducing structual strength

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed Been rubbing on inner wing area. (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Body sill corroded, and inner sill also.

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 136,981 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall cut. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm, and outer sidewall damaged. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Body sill holed/corroded, but not reducing structual strength

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed Been rubbing on inner wing area. (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Body sill corroded, and inner sill also.

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 135,331 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2024 135,331 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working And O/S also.. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 131,575 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 119,035 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 113,773 miles

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

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

nearside and offside rear tyres perishing

Fail 23 Nov 2017 113,773 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

nearside and offside rear tyres perishing

Pass 17 Nov 2016 106,992 miles

no spare wheel fitted

Fail 17 Nov 2016 106,984 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (3.7.B.5b)

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

no spare wheel fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2015 101,027 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 101,027 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 95,595 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 95,594 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/front tyre inner edge worn,bad---dangerous----

Pass 5 Dec 2013 89,505 miles

both front wiper blades,poor condition----

Pass 15 Nov 2012 82,888 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 82,888 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 76,138 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 68,796 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 63,072 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 57,554 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)

Fail 1 Dec 2008 57,554 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 52,638 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 40,503 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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VA53 HHN is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HHN, 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.

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What year was VA53 HHN registered?

VA53 HHN is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is VA53 HHN safe to buy?

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