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A3 FVN

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

261,250 mi
Last recorded261,250 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 FVN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 261,250 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 253,279 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 253,279 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 245,221 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 245,221 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 236,209 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 233,650 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 227,825 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 221,442 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 221,442 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 206,149 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 206,149 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 188,600 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 159,652 miles

Rear tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Fail 13 Jan 2017 159,652 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 12 Jan 2016 125,475 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 98,258 miles

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)

Fail 16 Jan 2014 71,103 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 71,103 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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A3 FVN is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 A3 FVN, 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 A3 FVN registered?

A3 FVN is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 13 January 2011.

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The MOT history for A3 FVN shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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