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PJ15 DPU

2015 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,340 mi
Last recorded71,340 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Caddy69,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ15 DPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 71,340 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2025 71,340 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2024 68,647 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 65,915 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 62,555 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 56,103 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 39,088 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 39,088 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 32,562 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

both front tyres worn slightly on edges

both rear tyres cracked due to age no visible cords

Pass 3 Dec 2018 28,192 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 26,583 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads approx 3mm (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 26,583 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted headlight (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right Adjusted beam (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads approx 3mm (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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PJ15 DPU is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PJ15 DPU, 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.

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What year was PJ15 DPU registered?

PJ15 DPU is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 4 May 2015.

Is PJ15 DPU safe to buy?

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