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Volkswagen Caddy

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R736 BOUMOT history

R736 BOU is a red diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 20 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 154,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2021
Mileage
154,286 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R736 BOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

R736 BOU was last recorded at 154,286 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 1,712 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,574 miles · 3 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,712 miles
Average per year
6,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 154,286 miles
  • 2020 – 152,574 miles
  • 2019 – 150,570 miles
  • 2018 – 148,964 miles
  • 2017 – 147,307 miles
  • 2016 – 137,667 miles
  • 2015 – 131,317 miles
  • 2014 – 116,192 miles
  • 2013 – 109,762 miles
  • 2012 – 103,434 miles
  • 2011 – 96,671 miles
  • 2010 – 91,466 miles
  • 2009 – 81,850 miles
  • 2008 – 73,162 miles
  • 2007 – 65,241 miles
  • 2006 – 56,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,286 miles
  • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking number 4 injector (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch under coolant bottle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower inner arch forward of subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch top shock absorber mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill stop end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper inner wheel arch (X2) shock absorber top mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear inner quarter panels behind inner rear wheel arches severely corroded but not within prescribed areas
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front, both front to rear, nearside rear inner and both rear outer (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front chassis legs behind front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail154,286 miles (+1,712)1 dangerous10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,286 miles
    Test number
    727235529473
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking number 4 injector (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch under coolant bottle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower inner arch forward of subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch top shock absorber mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill stop end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper inner wheel arch (X2) shock absorber top mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner quarter panels behind inner rear wheel arches severely corroded but not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front, both front to rear, nearside rear inner and both rear outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front chassis legs behind front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass152,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    152,574 miles
    Test number
    620623306929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail152,574 miles (+2,004)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,574 miles
    Test number
    279944714171
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass150,570 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    150,570 miles
    Test number
    994116264534
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail150,557 miles (+1,593)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,557 miles
    Test number
    355822342295
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass148,964 miles (+1,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    148,964 miles
    Test number
    792295497563
    • AdvisoryBoth outer cv boots deteriating on offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in nearside front top suspension mounting

  7. Pass147,307 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    147,307 miles
    Test number
    325567158475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Fail147,307 miles (+9,640)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,307 miles
    Test number
    953701668430
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Pass137,667 miles (+6,350)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    137,667 miles
    Test number
    622129097547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass131,317 miles (+5,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    131,317 miles
    Test number
    384635342570
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass125,675 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    125,675 miles
    Test number
    669428405004
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail125,674 miles (+9,482)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,674 miles
    Test number
    985677505031
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass116,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    116,192 miles
    Test number
    827524104034
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail116,192 miles (+6,430)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,192 miles
    Test number
    265133004039
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass109,762 miles (+6,328)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    109,762 miles
    Test number
    587409503027
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteLeak off pipes on injectors pourous

  16. Pass103,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    103,434 miles
    Test number
    849061412070
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail103,434 miles (+6,763)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,434 miles
    Test number
    987019902098
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass96,671 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    96,671 miles
    Test number
    209017801071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,466 miles (+9,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,466 miles
    Test number
    970565510055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass81,850 miles (+8,688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    81,850 miles
    Test number
    642868509002
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass73,162 miles (+7,921)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    73,162 miles
    Test number
    941111718052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,241 miles
    Test number
    503542817003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,241 miles (+8,369)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,241 miles
    Test number
    761682417059
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass56,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    56,872 miles
    Test number
    861120226091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R736 BOU

Does R736 BOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R736 BOU expired on 2 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R736 BOU?
The MOT on R736 BOU expired on 2 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R736 BOU done?
R736 BOU was recorded at 154,286 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 6,173 miles a year.
Has R736 BOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R736 BOU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on R736 BOU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R736 BOU find?
R736 BOU failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users; exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values; fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant, and 13 more.

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