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VK03 SMX

2003 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,395 mi
Last recorded56,395 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caddy96,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 SMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 56,395 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 55,187 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 53,543 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 49,539 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 49,538 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2012 1,090 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 26 Jan 2012 46,564 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Jan 2011 43,841 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 39,462 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 37,295 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 37,294 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 31,717 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 27,265 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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VK03 SMX is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VK03 SMX, 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 VK03 SMX?

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What year was VK03 SMX registered?

VK03 SMX is a 2003 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is VK03 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 SMX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK03 SMX have outstanding finance?

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