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Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI reliable? We analysed 272 real MOT tests across 138 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 272 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.7%
Typical Mileage
31,980mi
Annual Mileage
9,470mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI.

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.1%
2022
85%
2021

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/60/16 1

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,955 mi/yr
Typical
9,470 mi/yr
Average
10,550 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,987 mi/yr

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 72 93.1% 15,898 27,282 38,313
2021 160 85.0% 25,021 34,198 50,432

How Long Does a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI Last?

Based on 138 Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
31,980 mi
75th Percentile
44,887 mi
95th Percentile
72,842 mi
Max Recorded
114,882 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

93.1% MOT pass rate from 72 tests

Year to avoid
2021

85.0% MOT pass rate from 160 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.1% across 72 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI THIS CAR 85.7% 272 31,980 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Golf 74.9% 22,270,993 83,305 mi 37 yrs
Volkswagen Polo 72.9% 14,598,296 60,351 mi 35 yrs
Volkswagen Passat 73.5% 6,960,690 105,632 mi 32 yrs
Seat Alhambra Xcellence TDI 92.3% 233 60,028 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI?

The Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.7% across 272 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI owner drives around 9,470 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI reliable?
Based on 272 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI has a 85.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI does around 9,470 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI is 2022 with a 93.1% pass rate across 72 tests.