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AY12 XLJ

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,355 mi
Last recorded77,355 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY12 XLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 77,355 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

sub frame corroded

Fail 15 Jun 2026 77,351 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all 4 inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

sub frame corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2025 72,856 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 72,856 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated cant be opened (3.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 69,939 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 64,883 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 60,133 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 56,064 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure but not likely to detach

Pass 14 May 2020 52,860 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 47,849 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 43,123 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 38,988 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 33,672 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 27,824 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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AY12 XLJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AY12 XLJ, 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 AY12 XLJ registered?

AY12 XLJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 March 2012.

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