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R55 VEG

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,770 mi
Last recorded64,770 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR55 VEG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 64,770 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 58,972 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 58,972 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2025 58,819 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 58,816 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 55,069 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 50,597 miles

Central Front warning light on dash for lights inop but all working

Fail 9 Jun 2023 50,597 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements rear reg plate letters too small and too close together (0.1 (d))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested incorrect pattern (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Central Front warning light on dash for lights inop but all working

Pass 9 Jun 2022 42,981 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 32,236 miles

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

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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R55 VEG is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 57,900 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 R55 VEG, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R55 VEG registered?

R55 VEG is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 May 2018.

Is R55 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R55 VEG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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