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YH56 XSM

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

163,789 mi
Last recorded163,789 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH56 XSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 163,789 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 163,789 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Jun 2018 160,459 miles

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 148,504 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Pass 10 Jun 2016 147,666 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 142,680 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 May 2014 135,816 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear shocks worn.

Pass 19 Feb 2013 127,955 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)

rear tyres cracked in tread

Pass 28 Sep 2011 121,874 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 100,412 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 80,001 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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YH56 XSM is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 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 YH56 XSM, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YH56 XSM registered?

YH56 XSM is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is YH56 XSM safe to buy?

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