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BD61 EBJ

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,139 mi
Last recorded127,139 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD61 EBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 127,139 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 121,612 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2025 121,612 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 115,935 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 115,934 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 107,436 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 99,206 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 91,452 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 91,452 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 84,408 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 75,746 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 65,844 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 58,077 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 48,032 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 37,631 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 7 Nov 2014 37,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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BD61 EBJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 94,092 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 BD61 EBJ, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD61 EBJ registered?

BD61 EBJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is BD61 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 EBJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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