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B23 ARP

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,373 mi
Last recorded141,373 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 ARP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 141,373 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Road wheel slightly distorted All wheels slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 136,034 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 130,968 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 126,118 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jun 2023 126,033 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (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 7 Jun 2022 105,997 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 102,671 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion at front and rear brake disc surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fluid residue at top of engine around no1 and no2 injectors.

Pass 2 Jan 2021 93,529 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 75,156 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 64,512 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 46,413 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 29,992 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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B23 ARP is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B23 ARP, 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 B23 ARP registered?

B23 ARP is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 December 2012.

Is B23 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B23 ARP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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