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GL59 VUF

2010 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

222,878 mi
Last recorded222,878 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Caddy102,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 VUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 222,878 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 222,674 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe to center pipe sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

front washer bottle leaking

Pass 10 Jun 2024 213,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge devoid of tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge devoid of tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 202,787 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 189,418 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 189,174 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 173,746 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 173,746 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system at caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 163,087 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 163,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 151,985 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 141,139 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 141,139 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2017 132,656 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front and rear brake discs rusty

Pass 29 Mar 2016 126,944 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 115,396 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Dec 2013 95,424 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

surface rust on discs

Pass 9 Dec 2013 95,424 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

surface rust on discs

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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GL59 VUF is a 2010 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 102,569 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 GL59 VUF, 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 16 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL59 VUF registered?

GL59 VUF is a 2010 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 February 2010.

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