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SH18 SLZ

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,152 mi
Last recorded156,152 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH18 SLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 156,152 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 156,152 miles

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))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 104,820 miles

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

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

screw in o/s/r tyre

Fail 12 Jun 2025 104,820 miles

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

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

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))

screw in o/s/r tyre

Pass 13 Jun 2024 50,912 miles

Offside Rear leaf spring slightly splayed

Pass 15 Jun 2023 20,930 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 18,152 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 May 2022 18,151 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking between treads

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 14,354 miles

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

Rear 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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SH18 SLZ is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SLZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH18 SLZ registered?

SH18 SLZ is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 June 2018.

Is SH18 SLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH18 SLZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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