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YY53 SXT

2004 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,340 mi
Last recorded72,340 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy113,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY53 SXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 72,340 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 49,046 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 36,109 miles

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

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

rear brakes squealing

Fail 20 Feb 2015 36,072 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

rear brakes squealing

Pass 21 Feb 2014 32,960 miles

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

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

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

offside front tyre slight cracking

Pass 23 Feb 2013 29,744 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Jan 2012 25,754 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2011 22,406 miles

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

front discs slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2010 19,949 miles

rear brakes squeel

rear tyres deteriorated,cracking

Pass 8 Jan 2009 16,629 miles

o/s & n/s/rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 19 Jan 2008 13,368 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

nearside rear brake noisey

Pass 16 Jan 2007 9,970 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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YY53 SXT is a 2004 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 113,443 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 YY53 SXT, 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 22 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 YY53 SXT registered?

YY53 SXT is a 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is YY53 SXT safe to buy?

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