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YY61 FVZ

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,665 mi
Last recorded138,665 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY61 FVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 138,665 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 136,036 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 133,427 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 133,930 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D'Bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall Splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 122,517 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 117,762 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 117,716 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 103,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Feathered (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Feathered (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 94,458 miles

Offside Front Anti roll bar link fitted incorrectly but secure.

Zero emissions.

Pass 2 Mar 2017 91,329 miles

both front tyres close to limit

n/s/f inner wing cover missing

Pass 16 Nov 2015 80,210 miles

Both rear bump stops worn

Rear axle close to bump stops

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 80,210 miles

Both rear bump stops worn

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear axle close to bump stops

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 60,699 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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YY61 FVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 94,092 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 YY61 FVZ, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY61 FVZ registered?

YY61 FVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 December 2011.

Is YY61 FVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY61 FVZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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