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AK62 LYJ

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

224,424 mi
Last recorded224,424 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 LYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 224,424 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 224,424 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 211,514 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 200,083 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

Fail 24 Aug 2023 200,083 miles

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

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive axle seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

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

engine oil level over full mark

Pass 29 Aug 2022 182,302 miles

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

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

movement in offside engine mounting rubber but not deemed excessive

Pass 23 Aug 2021 167,179 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 153,810 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 138,359 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2019 138,359 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 122,030 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 102,597 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 102,597 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 74,008 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 54,081 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 53,496 miles

Nearside Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.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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AK62 LYJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AK62 LYJ, 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.

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What year was AK62 LYJ registered?

AK62 LYJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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