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Y235 HMX

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

222,091 mi
Last recorded222,091 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY235 HMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 222,091 miles

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

general corrosion underside of van

Pass 24 Jan 2019 209,681 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 197,565 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all four pipes to load valve (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2017 184,581 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 26 Jan 2016 172,049 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 159,375 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 146,401 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fornt wings have surface corrosion which maycause sharp edges.

Pass 7 Jan 2013 131,478 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

surface rust on front arches

Fail 7 Jan 2013 131,478 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

surface rust on front arches

Pass 19 Jan 2012 118,992 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 107,993 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 93,465 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Jan 2010 93,465 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 78,820 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 78,820 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

o/s/rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 25 Jan 2008 63,888 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 50,755 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 50,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 46,734 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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Y235 HMX is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 106,925 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 Y235 HMX, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y235 HMX registered?

Y235 HMX is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 29 March 2001.

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