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AL17 PVC

2017 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

74,102 mi
Last recorded74,102 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Caddy60,163 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL17 PVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 74,102 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 74,102 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2025 66,054 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2025 66,052 miles

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2024 55,262 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2024 55,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 48,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 48,191 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 39,158 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 39,158 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 29,148 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 29,148 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 22,633 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020

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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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AL17 PVC is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 AL17 PVC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AL17 PVC?

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What year was AL17 PVC registered?

AL17 PVC is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is AL17 PVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL17 PVC shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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