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BN12 FCP

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,842 mi
Last recorded30,842 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 FCP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 30,842 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 25,859 miles

Rear Tyres worn on inner edge (N/s & O/s)

Pass 1 Dec 2023 25,611 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SEVERE wearing on inner shoulder close to plys/cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SEVERE wearing on inner shoulder close to plys/cords (5.2.3 (e))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 25,611 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SEVERE wearing on inner shoulder close to plys/cords (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SEVERE wearing on inner shoulder close to plys/cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 23,313 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2022 23,313 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 21,062 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 19,725 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 19,008 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Dec 2018 15,869 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 15,861 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 13,724 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 10 Nov 2017 13,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2016 9,912 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 8,223 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 5,631 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BN12 FCP is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BN12 FCP, 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 BN12 FCP registered?

BN12 FCP is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is BN12 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 FCP 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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