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AK17 VRX

2017 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,490 mi
Last recorded138,490 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Caddy60,163 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK17 VRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 138,490 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2025 124,824 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 105,476 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2023 89,394 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 May 2023 89,394 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working Both sides (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 74,235 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2021 58,499 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2021 58,493 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 18 May 2020 40,059 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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AK17 VRX is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 60,163 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 AK17 VRX, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK17 VRX registered?

AK17 VRX is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 26 May 2017.

Is AK17 VRX safe to buy?

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