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BJ56 YKU

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

173,786 mi
Last recorded173,786 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 YKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 173,786 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush also a light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 28 Oct 2025 173,759 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush also a light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear d bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 162,590 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 150,961 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 134,841 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 121,040 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 110,138 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2020 110,138 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 96,653 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 79,328 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 69,464 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 58,809 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 54,444 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 51,082 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 43,373 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 43,373 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2012 37,910 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 36,125 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 34,763 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 33,051 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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BJ56 YKU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 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 BJ56 YKU, 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 20 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 BJ56 YKU registered?

BJ56 YKU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 26 October 2006.

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