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SV02 TAP

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

202,749 mi
Last recorded202,749 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV02 TAP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 202,749 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Mar 2026 202,748 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 183,955 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2025 183,955 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 159,912 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 133,241 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 133,241 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 106,731 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 80,779 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 80,779 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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SV02 TAP is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SV02 TAP, 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 SV02 TAP registered?

SV02 TAP is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 March 2018.

Is SV02 TAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV02 TAP shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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