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BD61 HJJ

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,899 mi
Last recorded134,899 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 134,899 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2026 134,722 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 122,291 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2019 91,430 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 77,521 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 77,271 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 55,352 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 39,163 miles

emissions not detected.

oil leak on back of engine above gearbox.

Fail 5 Nov 2016 39,163 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake slightly binding ,when turning road wheel by hand.

both front wiper blades wearing.

emissions not detected.

oil leak on back of engine above gearbox.

Pass 13 Nov 2015 31,250 miles

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

Front brake discs worn

Rear brake discs worn

Fail 13 Nov 2015 31,250 miles

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

Front brake discs worn

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

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Dec 2014 21,628 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre tapering on both edges

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 HJJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HJJ, 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 HJJ registered?

BD61 HJJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is BD61 HJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 HJJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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