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AP55 GEL

2017 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,450 mi
Last recorded36,450 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Caddy60,163 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 GEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2026 36,450 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 32,210 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 28,892 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 25,504 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 21,331 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 16,317 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 12,038 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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AP55 GEL is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AP55 GEL, 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 AP55 GEL?

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What year was AP55 GEL registered?

AP55 GEL is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 January 2017.

Is AP55 GEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP55 GEL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AP55 GEL have outstanding finance?

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