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W451 BTW

2000 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

111,130 mi
Last recorded111,130 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy106,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW451 BTW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 111,130 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner arches corroded has sign of repair/been undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all front and back ()

Pass 12 Dec 2019 111,103 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 105,168 miles

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

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

interior mirror not fitted

n/s/f flexible brake hose starting to perish

some corrosion to both front metal brake pipes

Fail 28 Jan 2019 105,168 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

interior mirror not fitted

n/s/f flexible brake hose starting to perish

some corrosion to both front metal brake pipes

Fail 4 Jul 2018 105,167 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 105,167 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)

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 105,166 miles

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

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 105,166 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2015 105,166 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 105,161 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2013 101,672 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 101,672 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 94,013 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 94,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 84,706 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 84,706 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 12 May 2010 71,391 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2010 71,391 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 60,307 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 50,455 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 38,710 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 36,251 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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W451 BTW is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 W451 BTW, 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 W451 BTW registered?

W451 BTW is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W451 BTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W451 BTW shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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