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SJ18 PBU

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

138,478 mi
Last recorded138,478 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ18 PBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 138,478 miles

screw offside front tyre

Pass 5 Jan 2026 128,346 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 106,526 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 104,086 miles

Central Rear Body panel slightly loose Rear bumper middle section. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2024 104,081 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Central Rear Body panel slightly loose Rear bumper middle section. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 85,410 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 72,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 59,355 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 44,248 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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SJ18 PBU is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 SJ18 PBU, 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 SJ18 PBU registered?

SJ18 PBU is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 March 2018.

Is SJ18 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ18 PBU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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