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Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a reliable? We analysed 231 real MOT tests across 124 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 231 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.6%
Typical Mileage
35,860mi
Annual Mileage
4,974mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a 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 Life TDI S-a.

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a Number Plates

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

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

95.1%
2021

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,200 mi/yr
Typical
4,974 mi/yr
Average
7,077 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,695 mi/yr

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 81 95.1% 26,888 38,492 52,359

Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
35,860 mi
75th Percentile
46,335 mi
95th Percentile
72,425 mi
Max Recorded
128,628 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a

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

Best year
2021

95.1% MOT pass rate from 81 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.1% across 81 tests.

How Does the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a 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 Life TDI S-a THIS CAR 92.6% 231 35,860 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
Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto 86% 472 53,662 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a?

The Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.6% across 231 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 has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a 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 Life TDI S-a owner drives around 4,974 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 Life TDI S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a reliable?
Based on 231 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a has a 92.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a does around 4,974 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a?
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 Life TDI S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Caddy C20 Life TDI S-a is 2021 with a 95.1% pass rate across 81 tests.