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J5 CLE

2015 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,466 mi
Last recorded85,466 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Caddy69,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 CLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 85,466 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on the inner edge.

Fail 8 Sep 2025 85,466 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

both rear tyres wearing on the inner edge.

Pass 11 Sep 2024 81,171 miles

suspension has been lowered all round

Fail 11 Sep 2024 81,171 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

suspension has been lowered all round

Pass 11 Sep 2023 76,027 miles

offside mirror cracked.

vehicle suspension has been lowered all round.

Fail 11 Sep 2023 76,027 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

offside mirror cracked.

vehicle suspension has been lowered all round.

Pass 24 Aug 2022 68,860 miles

front and rear suspension lowered.

Pass 21 Aug 2021 61,052 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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 54,743 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 49,201 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 39,074 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 39,074 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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J5 CLE is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 69,679 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 J5 CLE, 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 11 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 J5 CLE registered?

J5 CLE is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 29 April 2015.

Is J5 CLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 CLE shows 12 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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