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AK12 UPG

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

229,655 mi
Last recorded229,655 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 UPG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 229,655 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2024 192,694 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2024 191,389 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 153,471 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023
Pass 7 Mar 2022 132,134 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2019 126,591 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 111,168 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 99,182 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 73,135 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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AK12 UPG is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in White. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AK12 UPG, 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

How do I check the history of AK12 UPG?

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What year was AK12 UPG registered?

AK12 UPG is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is AK12 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 UPG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK12 UPG have outstanding finance?

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