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AO12 LXP

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Purple Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

317,471 mi
Last recorded317,471 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 LXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 317,471 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 293,529 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 293,528 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 278,686 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 278,686 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 269,297 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 244,883 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 230,246 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 205,640 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 166,801 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2015 128,521 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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AO12 LXP is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Purple with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 AO12 LXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO12 LXP registered?

AO12 LXP is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is AO12 LXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 LXP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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