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Volkswagen Caddy

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T473 HBDMOT history

T473 HBD is a green diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 159,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2023
Mileage
159,237 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T473 HBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T473 HBD was last recorded at 159,237 miles on 20 Sept 2022, 1,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,581 miles · 4 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,656 miles
Average per year
6,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 159,237 miles
  • 2021 – 157,581 miles
  • 2018 – 155,754 miles
  • 2017 – 150,851 miles
  • 2016 – 147,347 miles
  • 2015 – 144,617 miles
  • 2014 – 137,389 miles
  • 2013 – 128,627 miles
  • 2012 – 125,261 miles
  • 2011 – 121,669 miles
  • 2010 – 118,961 miles
  • 2008 – 96,032 miles
  • 2007 – 70,324 miles
  • 2006 – 55,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,237 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated injector leak off (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 4

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,237 miles (+1,656)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    159,237 miles
    Test number
    706987719541
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated injector leak off (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass157,581 miles (+1,827)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    157,581 miles
    Test number
    329185954723
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 4 (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass155,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    155,754 miles
    Test number
    684230405233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 4 (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail155,754 miles (+20)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,754 miles
    Test number
    132173256037
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 4 (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail155,734 miles (+4,883)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,734 miles
    Test number
    784050228648
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pipes corroded x4
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass150,851 miles (+3,504)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    150,851 miles
    Test number
    746725772663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside floor corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside noise rear wheels when rotated

  7. Pass147,347 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    147,347 miles
    Test number
    768430066725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass144,617 miles (+7,228)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    144,617 miles
    Test number
    677293975126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,389 miles (+8,762)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    137,389 miles
    Test number
    225351374176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,627 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    128,627 miles
    Test number
    396532163121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,616 miles (+3,355)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,616 miles
    Test number
    775553543118
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass125,261 miles (+35)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    125,261 miles
    Test number
    545302642153
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded at compensator
    • NoteUnderside has general corrosion

  13. Fail125,226 miles (+3,557)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,226 miles
    Test number
    197515532110
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded at compensator

  14. Pass121,669 miles (+29)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    121,669 miles
    Test number
    236541441448
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail121,640 miles (+2,679)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,640 miles
    Test number
    386333331160
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass118,961 miles (+22,929)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    118,961 miles
    Test number
    520938230130
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteLong parking brake travel

  17. Pass96,032 miles (+25,708)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    96,032 miles
    Test number
    351731448295
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut in sidewall not to cords.

  18. Fail70,324 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,324 miles
    Test number
    202399027213
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass70,324 miles (+15,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,324 miles
    Test number
    821169427260
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass55,311 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,311 miles
    Test number
    532313646249
    • NoteChip in o/s headlamp
    • NoteN/s aim has been adjusted
    • NoteN/s door mirror cracked
    • NoteN/s wiper to long

Questions about T473 HBD

Does T473 HBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T473 HBD expired on 19 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T473 HBD?
The MOT on T473 HBD expired on 19 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T473 HBD done?
T473 HBD was recorded at 159,237 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2022, an average of 6,473 miles a year.
Has T473 HBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T473 HBD has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on T473 HBD 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 T473 HBD find?
T473 HBD passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2022 with 7 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive; fuel hose deteriorated injector leak off; nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area, and 4 more.

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