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MT56 FGV

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,822 mi
Last recorded62,822 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 FGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 62,822 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 62,821 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low, down to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 57,858 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 55,182 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 51,030 miles

damage to offside front wing

Fail 11 Dec 2019 51,023 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

damage to offside front wing

Fail 19 Nov 2019 50,832 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Tyre size 195/65/15

Pass 28 Sep 2018 44,695 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 44,695 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 43,569 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 40,164 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 37,808 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 35,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust corroded

spare tyre flat (wont blow up)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 35,865 miles

exhaust corroded

spare tyre flat (wont blow up)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 34,062 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 33,391 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 32,079 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 27,590 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 27,589 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 20,093 miles

front tyres wearing edges / n/s/f tyre wall damaged

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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MT56 FGV is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 116,161 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 MT56 FGV, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MT56 FGV registered?

MT56 FGV is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 December 2006.

Is MT56 FGV safe to buy?

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