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AJ11 GBY

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,007 mi
Last recorded139,007 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 GBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 139,007 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 139,007 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 128,596 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 118,606 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 111,578 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 107,117 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 107,117 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 99,111 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 92,428 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 83,565 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 73,298 miles

Front discs and pads low

Pass 15 Feb 2017 64,694 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately chewed, but still functions o.k. (3.1.8)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 64,692 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release drivers, only secures sometimes!, (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately chewed, but still functions o.k. (3.1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 60,573 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 39,703 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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AJ11 GBY is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 94,092 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 AJ11 GBY, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ11 GBY registered?

AJ11 GBY is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is AJ11 GBY safe to buy?

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