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BG61 UMM

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,218 mi
Last recorded65,218 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 UMM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 65,218 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 58,543 miles

Rear tyres x 2 edges worn inner

Pass 26 Sep 2023 52,726 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 50,303 miles

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 36,685 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 31,725 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 30,357 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 29,183 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 26,905 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 26,905 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 24,794 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has wear on inner edge right on the limit

Pass 12 Dec 2015 20,899 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 15,443 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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BG61 UMM is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BG61 UMM, 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 BG61 UMM registered?

BG61 UMM is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is BG61 UMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 UMM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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