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GU18 FTD

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,774 mi
Last recorded35,774 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU18 FTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 35,774 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 34,807 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 32,475 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 25,816 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cuts to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

nearside rear outer door sill damaged

Fail 8 Mar 2023 25,816 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cuts to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

nearside rear outer door sill damaged

Pass 3 Mar 2022 19,801 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight cuts to inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

front bumper damaged but secure at time of inspection

Fail 3 Mar 2022 19,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight cuts to inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

front bumper damaged but secure at time of inspection

Pass 11 Mar 2021 13,812 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2021 13,806 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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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GU18 FTD is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 999cc petrol 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 GU18 FTD, 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

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What year was GU18 FTD registered?

GU18 FTD is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 5 March 2018.

Is GU18 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU18 FTD 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.

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