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BT61 NVL

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

251,498 mi
Last recorded251,498 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 NVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 251,498 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog light lens cracked

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

offside mirror case tape repaired and nearside case loose

Fail 26 Mar 2026 251,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog light lens cracked

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

offside mirror case tape repaired and nearside case loose

Pass 18 Sep 2025 237,170 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2025 237,140 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 223,996 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge going bald (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 207,671 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 97,945 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases bracket and tail pipe in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2016 46,211 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 40,467 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 30,589 miles

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

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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BT61 NVL is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BT61 NVL, 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 BT61 NVL registered?

BT61 NVL is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is BT61 NVL safe to buy?

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