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PL15 BUV

2015 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,724 mi
Last recorded86,724 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Caddy69,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL15 BUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 86,724 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 78,819 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2024 78,819 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 74,400 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 65,285 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 65,285 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 56,775 miles

Offside Front drl inop

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 52,962 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 24 Oct 2019 49,669 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 45,765 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 28,772 miles

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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PL15 BUV is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PL15 BUV, 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 PL15 BUV registered?

PL15 BUV is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 6 July 2015.

Is PL15 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL15 BUV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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