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HW05 ROT

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Purple Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,699 mi
Last recorded98,699 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 ROT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 98,699 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 May 2026 98,695 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 May 2025 86,226 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 86,226 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 21 May 2024 73,535 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 58,293 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 44,024 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 30,337 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 30,337 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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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HW05 ROT is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Purple 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 HW05 ROT, 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 HW05 ROT?

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What year was HW05 ROT registered?

HW05 ROT is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 May 2018.

Is HW05 ROT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW05 ROT 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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