Volkswagen Caddy MOT Results

Registered in 2013
72.2% pass rate
from 12,948 tests in 2021
(27% better than other 2013 vans)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2013 vans and highlighted areas where the Volkswagen Caddy is unusually good or bad.

  • 8.6% fail on Suspension (18% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 4.0% fail on Anti-roll bars (16% worse than other 2013 vans)
      • 1.9% fail on Pins and bushes (170% worse than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.99% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.70% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.32% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (43% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.22% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.21% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.070% fail on Linkage (60% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.039% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.015% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.015% fail on Linkage attachment bracket and mounting
    • 2.8% fail on Suspension arms (23% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 2.5% fail on Pins and bushes (31% worse than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.36% fail on Ball joint (78% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.023% fail on Ball joint dust cover (91% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.015% fail on Suspension arm
    • 2.2% fail on Springs (26% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 1.3% fail on Coil springs (45% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 1.3% fail on Coil spring (45% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.023% fail on Mounting
      • 0.84% fail on Leaf springs (60% worse than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.81% fail on Leaf spring (130% worse than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.015% fail on Fixings and fixing bolts (79% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.0077% fail on Anchor bracket
        • 0.0077% fail on Spring saddle
      • 0.0077% fail on Spring mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.51% fail on Wheel bearings (44% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.25% fail on Shock absorbers (42% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.070% fail on Other suspension component (78% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.031% fail on Ball joint (84% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.023% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0077% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0077% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.031% fail on Macpherson strut (88% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.023% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (81% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.0077% fail on Macpherson strut
    • 0.015% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.0077% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0077% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.0077% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.0077% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
  • 7.3% fail on Tyres (34% worse than other 2013 vans)
    • 4.1% fail on Tread depth (26% worse than other 2013 vans)
    • 3.6% fail on Condition (52% worse than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.19% fail on Size/type
  • 6.4% fail on Visibility
    • 3.2% fail on Washers
    • 2.7% fail on Wipers (15% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.49% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.49% fail on Windscreen
      • 0.0077% fail on Window
    • 0.43% fail on View to rear
      • 0.42% fail on Mirrors
      • 0.0077% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.046% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.0077% fail on Driver's view
  • 6.2% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (64% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 2.6% fail on Headlamp aim (24% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 2.5% fail on Headlamp aim (18% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.046% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (86% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 1.8% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (68% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.73% fail on Headlamps (76% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.61% fail on Headlamp (79% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.12% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.015% fail on Dipswitch
      • 0.0077% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 0.60% fail on Stop lamp (88% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.53% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (68% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.53% fail on Rear fog lamp (68% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.53% fail on Rear fog lamp (68% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.34% fail on Direction indicators (86% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.34% fail on Flashing type (86% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.21% fail on Side repeaters (78% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.11% fail on Individual direction indicators (93% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.023% fail on All direction indicators (77% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.16% fail on Position lamps (56% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.15% fail on Position lamp (56% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.0077% fail on All position lamps
    • 0.12% fail on Electrical equipment (77% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.093% fail on Horn (71% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.023% fail on Battery(ies)
      • 0.0077% fail on Trailer electrical socket
    • 0.039% fail on Reversing lamps (91% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.039% fail on Reversing lamps (91% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.015% fail on Hazard warning (94% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.015% fail on Switch (94% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.015% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.0077% fail on Main beam tell-tale
      • 0.0077% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
    • 0.0077% fail on Rear reflectors
  • 6.1% fail on Brakes (45% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 3.8% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 3.1% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 3.1% fail on Brake pads
        • 0.015% fail on Brake linings
      • 1.2% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 1.2% fail on Brake discs
      • 0.023% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (89% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.015% fail on Cable (88% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.0077% fail on Lever
    • 1.9% fail on Brake performance (64% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 1.2% fail on Service brake performance (24% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 1.2% fail on Rbt (23% better than other 2013 vans)
          • 1.0% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.28% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.42% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (88% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.42% fail on Rbt (sp) (88% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.0077% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.36% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (46% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.36% fail on Rbt (sp) (46% better than other 2013 vans)
          • 0.20% fail on Service brake imbalance
          • 0.19% fail on Service brake performance (55% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.0077% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.0077% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.0077% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.23% fail on Parking brake performance (81% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.23% fail on Rbt (80% better than other 2013 vans)
          • 0.22% fail on Parking brake performance (78% better than other 2013 vans)
          • 0.0077% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.070% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 0.53% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (43% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.39% fail on Anti-lock braking system (48% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.36% fail on Electronic stability control
    • 0.085% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.085% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.077% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (86% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.046% fail on Pedal (90% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.031% fail on Hand lever (71% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.062% fail on Flexible brake hoses (71% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.054% fail on Parking brake control (88% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.054% fail on Lever (88% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.046% fail on Rigid brake pipes (98% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.023% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.015% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.0077% fail on Master cylinder
    • 0.0077% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.0077% fail on Servos
    • 0.0077% fail on Hand operated control valves
      • 0.0077% fail on Condition
    • 0.0077% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.0077% fail on Additional braking device
  • 1.5% fail on Body, chassis, structure (72% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.54% fail on Transmission (83% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.52% fail on Drive shafts (83% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.49% fail on Joints (84% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.039% fail on Drive shaft
      • 0.023% fail on Prop shafts (90% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.023% fail on Joints (86% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.23% fail on Exhaust system (68% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.23% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.12% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.054% fail on Pipe
      • 0.039% fail on System
      • 0.0077% fail on Tank
      • 0.0077% fail on Hose
    • 0.20% fail on Doors
      • 0.12% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.12% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0077% fail on Catch
      • 0.077% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.070% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0077% fail on Catch
      • 0.0077% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.0077% fail on Door condition
    • 0.14% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.070% fail on Body (80% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.062% fail on Other body component (77% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.0077% fail on Panel
    • 0.054% fail on Seats (62% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.039% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.015% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.023% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.015% fail on Carrier
      • 0.0077% fail on Spare wheel condition
    • 0.0077% fail on Integral vehicle structure
      • 0.0077% fail on Sub-frame
        • 0.0077% fail on Strengthening plate
    • 0.0077% fail on Undertray
  • 1.3% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (66% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 1.1% fail on Exhaust emissions (69% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.85% fail on Compression ignition (70% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.66% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (63% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.13% fail on On or after 01/07/2008 (84% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.093% fail on Emissions not tested (63% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.015% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0077% fail on Particulate filter
          • 0.0077% fail on Exhaust gas recirculation valve
        • 0.0077% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.0077% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
      • 0.26% fail on Spark ignition (65% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.25% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (65% better than other 2013 vans)
        • 0.015% fail on Emissions not tested
    • 0.18% fail on Fluid leaks (41% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.14% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.031% fail on Other leaks
      • 0.0077% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
    • 0.0077% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0077% fail on Undertray
  • 0.39% fail on Steering (87% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.17% fail on Steering linkage components (93% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.14% fail on Track rod end (94% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.015% fail on Ball joint (85% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.0077% fail on Other components
        • 0.0077% fail on Steering linkage
      • 0.0077% fail on Locking devices
    • 0.17% fail on Electronic power steering (13 times worse than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.062% fail on Steering gear (70% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.054% fail on Steering rack (71% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.0077% fail on Operation
    • 0.015% fail on Steering play (82% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.015% fail on Steering rack (81% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.0077% fail on Steering coupling
      • 0.0077% fail on Universal joint
  • 0.39% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (71% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.21% fail on Seat belts (70% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.15% fail on Condition (74% better than other 2013 vans)
      • 0.031% fail on Prescribed areas
      • 0.031% fail on Requirements
      • 0.023% fail on Attachment
    • 0.19% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (71% better than other 2013 vans)
    • 0.0077% fail on Airbags
      • 0.0077% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.36% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.36% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.22% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.15% fail on Attachment
    • 0.070% fail on Condition