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Y259 PNV

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

174,100 mi
Last recorded174,100 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY259 PNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 174,100 miles

brake pipes corroded

corrosion to underneath

Pass 28 Oct 2021 167,612 miles

brake pipes

Pass 24 Oct 2020 165,884 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 161,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

brake pipes corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2018 160,450 miles

brake pipes corroded

corrosion to underneath

Pass 5 Oct 2017 159,291 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 157,780 miles

broke pipes corroded at rear and at front

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 21 Oct 2015 157,658 miles

corrosion to nearside rear sill

rear metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 8 Oct 2015 157,654 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to nearside rear sill

exhaust in poor condition

nearside rear brake in need of inspection

rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2014 156,823 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2014 156,823 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 153,826 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 145,464 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 145,463 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2011 136,965 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 129,246 miles

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 29 Jun 2009 122,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 122,711 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 116,337 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 110,729 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 103,746 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 96,482 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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Y259 PNV is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y259 PNV, 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 Y259 PNV registered?

Y259 PNV is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is Y259 PNV safe to buy?

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