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AC53 DEC

2011 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

144,099 mi
Last recorded144,099 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy94,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC53 DEC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 144,099 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2025 141,070 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 136,747 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 132,399 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 126,156 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2022 126,156 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 117,408 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 110,492 miles

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges slightly

Pass 21 Jan 2019 103,220 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 94,619 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 90,860 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 86,308 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 73,862 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 54,303 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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AC53 DEC is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AC53 DEC, 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 AC53 DEC registered?

AC53 DEC is a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 March 2011.

Is AC53 DEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC53 DEC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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