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AJ62 VTL

2013 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

271,450 mi
Last recorded271,450 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Caddy85,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ62 VTL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 271,450 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2024 262,889 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 262,888 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2022 262,881 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2021 247,600 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 20 Jan 2021 247,600 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 15 Jul 2019 193,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Jul 2019 193,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 148,815 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 138,716 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 138,716 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 109,288 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 75,667 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 75,667 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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AJ62 VTL is a 2013 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 85,861 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 AJ62 VTL, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ62 VTL registered?

AJ62 VTL is a 2013 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 February 2013.

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