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SH18 SLU

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

212,263 mi
Last recorded212,263 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH18 SLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 212,263 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Dec 2025 194,080 miles

Front Lower Offside and Nearside ball joint studs / thread (very close to CV boot / rotating part

Offside Front Lower Ball joint mounting / knuckle damaged (has been cut)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 24 Dec 2025 193,827 miles

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Seatbelt for wheel chair (7.1.2 (c))

Front Lower Offside and Nearside ball joint studs / thread (very close to CV boot / rotating part

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre chalked

Offside Door mirror case damaged (glass ok)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint mounting / knuckle damaged (has been cut)

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation on inside of lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Mar 2025 191,303 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 191,300 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 4 Oct 2024 171,966 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 147,233 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 124,877 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 100,420 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 76,764 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 52,296 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 52,296 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 31,867 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 8,223 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 8,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (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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SH18 SLU is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SH18 SLU, 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 SH18 SLU registered?

SH18 SLU is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 June 2018.

Is SH18 SLU safe to buy?

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