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BJ12 AEL

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,258 mi
Last recorded171,258 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 AEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 171,258 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2021 171,258 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 158,954 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 142,922 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2019 142,921 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter housing (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 131,380 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 120,105 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 96,005 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 73,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BJ12 AEL is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ12 AEL, 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 BJ12 AEL registered?

BJ12 AEL is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 17 May 2012.

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