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DK17 XAS

2017 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

231,768 mi
Last recorded231,768 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Caddy60,163 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK17 XAS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 231,768 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2026 231,569 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 184,564 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 184,564 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 138,023 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2024 138,023 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 92,700 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 79,326 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 71,128 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 62,541 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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DK17 XAS is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 60,163 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 DK17 XAS, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK17 XAS?

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What year was DK17 XAS registered?

DK17 XAS is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 March 2017.

Is DK17 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK17 XAS shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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