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YS55 UYN

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

238,597 mi
Last recorded238,597 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS55 UYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 238,597 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 231,510 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 219,575 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 193,737 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 175,407 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 169,827 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 164,655 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 158,400 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Dec 2016 158,253 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wrong rotation (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 148,705 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2015 148,705 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 130,028 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 118,774 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 101,493 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 84,244 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 84,244 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 69,907 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 52,912 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 36,361 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 36,361 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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YS55 UYN is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YS55 UYN, 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 YS55 UYN registered?

YS55 UYN is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 10 January 2006.

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