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A3 YTO

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,834 mi
Last recorded142,834 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 YTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 142,834 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 140,520 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 135,205 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 126,484 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 117,717 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 109,127 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 107,838 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 107,837 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements bar and light (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 106,672 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 106,673 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 105,022 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 102,301 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 102,301 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 100,970 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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A3 YTO is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 A3 YTO, 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 YTO registered?

A3 YTO is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 October 2011.

Is A3 YTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 YTO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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