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DS18 BKJ

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

91,710 mi
Last recorded91,710 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS18 BKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 91,710 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 91,710 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 81,660 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 81,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 65,596 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 65,596 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 62,728 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 54,404 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 54,404 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2021 44,251 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on treads 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2021 44,251 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on treads 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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DS18 BKJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 57,900 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 DS18 BKJ, 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 8 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 DS18 BKJ?

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What year was DS18 BKJ registered?

DS18 BKJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 29 May 2018.

Is DS18 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS18 BKJ shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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