Volkswagen Caddy (2010)
2010 Volkswagen Caddy
CarHunch analysed 11,321 real MOT records for the 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 Volkswagen Caddy has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.4%, which is 4.6 percentage points below the UK average—a meaningful gap suggesting reliability isn't its strongest suit. More concerning, nearly half of these vehicles (49.8%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, making this a real buyer concern worth investigating on any specific example.
At 102,000 miles median mileage for a 14-year-old van, these Caddys have been worked hard, and that shows in the data: owners face an average of 4 failures and 22 advisories per test cycle, pointing to steady wear on components like suspension, exhaust systems, and brakes. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks the undercarriage, brake condition, and engine mounts—these vans tend to need attention in these areas.
What to check before buying a 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 49.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 11,269 | 75.4% | 4.05 |
| Petrol (0%) | 34 | 76.6% | 2.97 |
| CNG (0%) | 15 | 85.8% | 2.27 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 80% | 2 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Volkswagen Caddy vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2010 Volkswagen Caddy vehicles fall between 77,969 and 130,160 miles.
2010 Volkswagen Caddy — Still on the Road
8,261 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 78% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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61.8%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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57.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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52.4%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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35.9%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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32.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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32%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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29.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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29.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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