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BU12 DDY

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,144 mi
Last recorded162,144 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU12 DDY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 162,144 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 157,622 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 154,020 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 149,596 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 142,586 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 131,987 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 126,378 miles

Front discs and pads getting low

Pass 2 Jan 2019 121,358 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 116,363 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 110,475 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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BU12 DDY is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU12 DDY, 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 BU12 DDY registered?

BU12 DDY is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 4 March 2012.

Is BU12 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU12 DDY shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU12 DDY have outstanding finance?

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