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VU18 FLB

2018 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

207,716 mi
Last recorded207,716 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caddy57,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU18 FLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 207,716 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 207,716 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 202,755 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2025 202,755 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 196,315 miles

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))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 196,315 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (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))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 189,611 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 179,925 miles

Offside Rear tail lamp lens cracked

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 129,077 miles

Offside Rear tail light lens cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive residue appears to be originating from the oil filler cap area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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VU18 FLB 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 VU18 FLB, 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

How do I check the history of VU18 FLB?

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What year was VU18 FLB registered?

VU18 FLB is a 2018 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is VU18 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU18 FLB 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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