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YG07 LPU

2007 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

254,017 mi
Last recorded254,017 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Caddy110,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG07 LPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 254,017 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. pull to nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 254,015 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. pull to nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 250,266 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 247,608 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 247,608 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 242,924 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 239,073 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 217,135 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated

Fail 7 May 2020 217,128 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 201,645 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 13 Dec 2017 201,645 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Rear reflector missing both (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 192,632 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 192,632 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 163,324 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

handbrake release button missing

Fail 5 Jun 2015 162,545 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

handbrake release button missing

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 112,899 miles

handbrake lever release button missing still operates

Pass 11 Jun 2013 91,414 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2012 86,005 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 71,733 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 71,733 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 61,825 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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YG07 LPU is a 2007 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 110,824 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 YG07 LPU, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YG07 LPU is a 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 March 2007.

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