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BN12 FDG

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,068 mi
Last recorded85,068 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 FDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 85,068 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 82,002 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 71,572 miles

All 4 tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Aug 2021 55,189 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 41,403 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 39,972 miles

nearside front tyre inner tread badly worn down

nearside front tyre outer sidewall cracked

nearside rear tyre inner tread worn badly

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall cracking

offside front tyre inner tread badly worn down

Pass 11 Apr 2018 35,465 miles

LOW-EMITTER

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

PASSENGER DOOR DESIGN WHEELCHAIR CANNOT BE OPEN

Pass 5 May 2017 31,478 miles

low emitter-no smoke test results

nearside rear brake disc heavily corroded.

offside rear brake disc heavily corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2016 26,403 miles

UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMISSION PRINT OUT AS LOW EMITTER

Pass 27 Apr 2015 21,534 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

no smoke test results-low emitter

Fail 27 Apr 2015 21,533 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

no smoke test results-low emitter

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 FDG is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN12 FDG, 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 BN12 FDG registered?

BN12 FDG is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is BN12 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 FDG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN12 FDG have outstanding finance?

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