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Y477 XKJ

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

184,867 mi
Last recorded184,867 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2009
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY477 XKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2009 184,867 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2008 166,497 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 166,497 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 140,346 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 140,346 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 115,256 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 115,256 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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Y477 XKJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y477 XKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y477 XKJ?

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What year was Y477 XKJ registered?

Y477 XKJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is Y477 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y477 XKJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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