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AJ61 FVG

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

199,206 mi
Last recorded199,206 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 FVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 199,206 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 199,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 191,474 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 191,474 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 187,718 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 187,717 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

n/s/front daytime running light not working

Fail 7 Jan 2022 187,717 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n/s/front daytime running light not working

Pass 26 Aug 2020 175,564 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 169,510 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Spare tyre defective ()

smoke/steam from the engine near number two injector. more investigation needed

Fail 17 Jul 2019 169,503 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn wrap around 'd' (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Spare tyre defective ()

smoke/steam from the engine near number two injector. more investigation needed

Pass 3 Aug 2018 153,133 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2018 153,133 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2016 74,719 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 36,601 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 36,601 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 32,821 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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AJ61 FVG is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ61 FVG, 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 AJ61 FVG registered?

AJ61 FVG is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is AJ61 FVG safe to buy?

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