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AK61 TJV

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,563 mi
Last recorded104,563 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 TJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 104,563 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 101,105 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 101,104 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both rears (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 27 Dec 2023 97,662 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 91,886 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 85,872 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 83,572 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine / turbo area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2020 83,572 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn down to cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine / turbo area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 78,168 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 67,499 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 60,643 miles

rear disc corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2017 60,327 miles

Emissions to clean to test

Pass 28 Oct 2015 41,548 miles

both front tyres 3.0mm

rear seats removed ,tested as a 5 seater

Fail 27 Oct 2015 41,547 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working side (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working side (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres 3.0mm

rear seats removed ,tested as a 5 seater

Pass 25 Nov 2014 28,314 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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AK61 TJV is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AK61 TJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 TJV registered?

AK61 TJV is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 October 2011.

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