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AK61 VHX

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

180,212 mi
Last recorded180,212 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 VHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 180,212 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust box casing corroded.

Rear Underbody has surface rust.

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security X2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 180,103 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre severly worn on inner and outer edges

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour too bright (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre severly worn on inner and outer edges

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

complete exhaust system corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2025 178,917 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2025 178,917 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2024 174,481 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake low effort

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

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

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 5 May 2023 167,714 miles

1 of 2 number plate bulbs inop

3rd stop light lens damaged

Front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

N/S daytime bulb inop

No spare wheel fitted under vehicle

O/S/R shock corroded

Oil leaks

Rear anti roll bar bushes worn

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 2 May 2023 167,711 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Not able to check until washers working (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

1 of 2 number plate bulbs inop

Front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

N/S daytime bulb inop

No spare wheel fitted under vehicle

O/S/R shock corroded

Oil leaks

Rear anti roll bar bushes worn

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 29 May 2022 161,531 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 150,251 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 131,665 miles

Front windscreen crack - not currently affecting drivers view of the road - recommend replacement - STRONG ADVICE

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush bonding deteriorated

Offside Front driving lamp inoperative

Offside Rear bumper insecure and protrusion - STRONG ADVICE

Offside Rear wheel bearing noisy

oil leak from engine sump - STRONG ADVICE

Pass 7 Dec 2016 88,496 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 73,016 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 55,969 miles

offside front brake pads low

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

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 VHX is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VHX, 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 VHX registered?

AK61 VHX is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 November 2011.

Is AK61 VHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 VHX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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