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A4 FOB

2017 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

136,074 mi
Last recorded136,074 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Caddy60,163 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 FOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2026 136,074 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2024 128,687 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

internal bonnet release missing

Fail 6 Dec 2024 128,687 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

internal bonnet release missing

Pass 23 Dec 2023 111,035 miles

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning BOTH SIDES (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2023 111,035 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning BOTH SIDES (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 77,239 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 77,239 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall 205/55/16v (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 50,243 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 31,040 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective

engine covers fitted covering components.

Fail 8 Oct 2020 31,040 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective

engine covers fitted covering components.

Pass 23 Jul 2020

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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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A4 FOB is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 60,163 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 A4 FOB, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A4 FOB registered?

A4 FOB is a 2017 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is A4 FOB safe to buy?

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