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17 CAX

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,799 mi
Last recorded142,799 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration17 CAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 142,799 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 135,542 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 128,516 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 120,293 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 112,739 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 105,349 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 97,023 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 93,608 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 77,079 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 77,078 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2016 42,858 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 41,533 miles

Unable to see brake fluid level clearly.

Fail 1 Jul 2016 41,533 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Unable to see brake fluid level clearly.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 32,831 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 26,215 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 26,215 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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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17 CAX is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 17 CAX, 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 17 CAX registered?

17 CAX is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 October 2011.

Is 17 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 17 CAX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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