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DY68 HCU

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,560 mi
Last recorded81,560 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY68 HCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 81,560 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2026 81,560 miles

Front Position lamp not working offside and nearside fitted bulbs (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2025 75,908 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 75,902 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner cv boot/driveshaft heat sheild loose

Pass 11 Apr 2024 71,603 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2024 71,595 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively aero,s both wiper blades ineffective (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road damage over 40 mm in middle of zone A and multiple cracks (3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all front brake pads below limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50/17 lump in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside and nearside rear inner brake pads below limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge unevenly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer not working reservoir empty (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 57,391 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 57,330 miles

Nearside Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 49,285 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 49,278 miles

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working and nearside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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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DY68 HCU is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DY68 HCU, 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.

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What year was DY68 HCU registered?

DY68 HCU is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 November 2018.

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