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AF16 EDX

2016 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,012 mi
Last recorded159,012 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Caddy66,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 EDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 159,012 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2024 152,916 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 147,734 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery needs clamping down (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2023 147,734 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery needs clamping down (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 130,438 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 102,333 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 93,037 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 72,260 miles

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

Front brake pad(s)-Wearing low

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Advise Replacement (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn/pitting/corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

o/s/f tyre-Worn approx. 3mm

Fail 1 Mar 2019 72,260 miles

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

Front brake pad(s)-Wearing low

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Advise Replacement (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn/pitting/corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

o/s/f tyre-Worn approx. 3mm

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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AF16 EDX is a 2016 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AF16 EDX, 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 AF16 EDX registered?

AF16 EDX is a 2016 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 18 March 2016.

Is AF16 EDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 EDX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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