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R31 PDG

2006 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

185,180 mi
Last recorded185,180 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy116,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 PDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 185,180 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 185,180 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 176,313 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 173,743 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 169,909 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 165,765 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))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 161,851 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 151,397 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 144,148 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 139,290 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 133,296 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 127,670 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 122,714 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 118,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 112,698 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 112,698 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 105,642 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 94,369 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 73,702 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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R31 PDG is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 R31 PDG, 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 R31 PDG registered?

R31 PDG is a 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is R31 PDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 PDG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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