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GM18 XEK

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,760 mi
Last recorded43,760 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM18 XEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 43,760 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 40,758 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 36,054 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 30,323 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2022 23,166 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2021 16,026 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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GM18 XEK is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GM18 XEK, 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 GM18 XEK?

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What year was GM18 XEK registered?

GM18 XEK is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 17 August 2018.

Is GM18 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM18 XEK shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GM18 XEK have outstanding finance?

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