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AE16 XTV

2016 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

154,494 mi
Last recorded154,494 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Caddy66,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 XTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Mar 2026 154,494 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front The brake disc back plate is insecure and loose.

Pass 12 Mar 2025 132,254 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 132,245 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 111,479 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 111,479 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 90,729 miles

Slight play in both rear anti roll bushes.

Pass 12 Mar 2022 72,490 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 67,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 27 Feb 2021 67,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fluid added to test (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 58,716 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 58,584 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside windscreen has a stone chip less than 40mm

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

all brake discs are corroded and pitted

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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AE16 XTV is a 2016 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 66,664 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 AE16 XTV, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE16 XTV registered?

AE16 XTV is a 2016 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is AE16 XTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 XTV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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