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AK12 EXX

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,214 mi
Last recorded117,214 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 EXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 117,214 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 111,445 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 106,267 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 102,547 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 94,359 miles

Front intercooler burst

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Fail 5 Oct 2021 94,359 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Front intercooler burst

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 82,092 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 71,519 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 57,935 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 47,728 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 47,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 44,012 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 35,714 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

n/s rear brake sticking slightly

Fail 1 Apr 2016 35,714 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)

Rear front brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

n/s rear brake sticking slightly

Fail 30 Mar 2015 33,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 33,889 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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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AK12 EXX is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 97,487 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 AK12 EXX, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK12 EXX registered?

AK12 EXX is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is AK12 EXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 EXX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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