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W172 NEJ

2000 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

48,823 mi
Last recorded48,823 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2024
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy106,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW172 NEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2024 48,823 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2024 48,823 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 48,167 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2023 47,488 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2023 47,488 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 46,453 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 44,231 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 41,728 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 41,728 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 38,815 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 36,040 miles

play in both top mounts

Pass 1 Sep 2017 33,195 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 28,887 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 28,822 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 28,822 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 31 Oct 2011 25,407 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 25,407 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 22,063 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 18,439 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 12,202 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 10,656 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 9,835 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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W172 NEJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 106,202 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 W172 NEJ, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W172 NEJ registered?

W172 NEJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W172 NEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W172 NEJ 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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