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VIB 226

2015 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

185,595 mi
Last recorded185,595 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Caddy69,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 226
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 185,595 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 179,242 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2024 179,239 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect Spacing Both (0.1 (c))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 175,336 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 173,073 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 170,029 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 166,589 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 157,354 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2020 157,354 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 131,862 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 8 Jan 2019 131,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 101,666 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 101,666 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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VIB 226 is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 69,679 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 VIB 226, 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 11 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 VIB 226 registered?

VIB 226 is a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 21 January 2015.

Is VIB 226 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 226 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VIB 226 have outstanding finance?

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