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A18 EJP

2005 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

116,319 mi
Last recorded116,319 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy117,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 EJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 116,319 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 110,117 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 107,763 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 106,730 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 104,826 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 102,986 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 102,973 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 101,207 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 101,201 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot clip failed. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 98,809 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 96,313 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 88,832 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 81,673 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 81,412 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed sliding door. (6.2.B.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 74,500 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 73,827 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside outer cv gaiter inner clip loose

Pass 12 Sep 2013 65,884 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 59,285 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 50,366 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 44,359 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 35,799 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 27,433 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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A18 EJP is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 117,574 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 A18 EJP, 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 21 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 A18 EJP registered?

A18 EJP is a 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is A18 EJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 EJP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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