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BV12 UBU

2012 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

137,182 mi
Last recorded137,182 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caddy97,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 UBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 137,182 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 137,175 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension rod likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2024 122,484 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 113,427 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 104,252 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 96,537 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 86,695 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 81,153 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 68,001 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 48,471 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre tread perished

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 41,074 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 31,380 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres worn VERY lOW on edges

nearside rear tyre worn low on edges

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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BV12 UBU is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BV12 UBU, 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 BV12 UBU registered?

BV12 UBU is a 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BV12 UBU safe to buy?

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