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GL18 VFS

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,218 mi
Last recorded61,218 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL18 VFS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 61,218 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2024 44,243 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2024 44,243 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 43,326 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 41,500 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 41,449 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 39,312 miles

Emissions to clean to test

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 39,110 miles

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

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

Emissions to clean to test

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 34,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15H XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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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GL18 VFS is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GL18 VFS, 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 GL18 VFS?

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What year was GL18 VFS registered?

GL18 VFS is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 May 2018.

Is GL18 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL18 VFS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL18 VFS have outstanding finance?

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