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PL15 LYK

2015 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

51,854 mi
Last recorded51,854 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Caddy69,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 51,854 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2025 51,854 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 48,221 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 44,521 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 40,965 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 29,373 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre letting air out ()

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 24,906 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear rear disc rusty/ corroded

Fail 16 Feb 2021 24,906 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear rear disc rusty/ corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2020 20,960 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 17,282 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 17,282 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 13,464 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 13,464 miles

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

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 LYK is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PL15 LYK, 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 LYK registered?

PL15 LYK is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 17 August 2015.

Is PL15 LYK safe to buy?

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