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GC18 BYD

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,079 mi
Last recorded71,079 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC18 BYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 71,079 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 71,079 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 66,728 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also has cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in the sidewall

Fail 21 Nov 2024 66,728 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also has cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in the sidewall

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 59,295 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 43,806 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 37,757 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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GC18 BYD is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GC18 BYD, 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 GC18 BYD registered?

GC18 BYD is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 July 2018.

Is GC18 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC18 BYD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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