Volkswagen Caddy (2011)
2011 Volkswagen Caddy
CarHunch analysed 14,461 real MOT records for the 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2011 Volkswagen Caddy's first-time pass rate of 77.8% is slightly below the UK average of 80%, but the real concern is that nearly half of these vehicles (49.6%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above what you'd want to see in a used van. Diesel models, which dominate the cohort, show no meaningful advantage over petrol on pass rates (77.8% versus 80.1%), so fuel type won't be your deciding factor here.
These Caddys are averaging 97,949 miles, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're still racking up 3.34 failures per test and 18.7 advisories—suggesting wear-related issues are catching up. Before buying, have an independent inspection focus on brake systems, suspension, and seatbelts, since dangerous defects are common in this generation.
What to check before buying a 2011 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.
- ⚠️ 49.6% 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 (99%) | 14,353 | 77.8% | 3.34 |
| Petrol (1%) | 100 | 80.1% | 2.82 |
| CNG (0%) | 5 | 85.6% | 1.8 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 84.5% | 2 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 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 2011 Volkswagen Caddy vehicles fall between 70,521 and 120,353 miles.
2011 Volkswagen Caddy — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 11,057 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 80% of the peak.
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 — 2011 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 2011. Counts include advisories and failures.
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