Volkswagen Caddy Maxi MOT pass rate and common problems
85.7% of 1,260 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi MOT tests pass.
The Caddy Maxi passes its MOT 85.7% of the time — well above the average across all Volkswagen models, which sits at 79.0%.
The Volkswagen Caddy Maxi passes its MOT 85.7% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Unusually, pass rate is higher for older examples: 85.1% at 0–3 years compared with 88.3% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 85.1% | 1,053 | 44,894 miles |
| 3–6 years | 88.3% | 197 | 48,407 miles |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (4) | 4 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (6) | 6 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi
The most common reason the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi fails its MOT is tyres — present in 38.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 38.2% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 25.7% | Too high |
| Brakes | 24.1% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Visibility | 16.5% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Suspension | 6.8% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.2% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 0.8% | More than one fixing missing |
| Steering | 0.8% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.4% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
Buying a used Volkswagen Caddy Maxi: what to check
These checks follow the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 30,000–60,000 mi to 60,000–90,000 mi: 85.6% down to 79.2%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 38.2% of failed Volkswagen Caddy Maxi MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 25.7% of failed Volkswagen Caddy Maxi MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Brakes
Recorded in 24.1% of failed Volkswagen Caddy Maxi MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
4. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 16.5% of failed Volkswagen Caddy Maxi MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
5. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 7.2% of failed Volkswagen Caddy Maxi MOTs. 2.5% of tests at 3–6 years failed on exhaust, emissions and leaks, against 1.2% at 0–3 years.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Volkswagen service history and what a service history check can tell you.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi?
- 85.7% of Volkswagen Caddy Maxi MOT tests pass, based on 1,260 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi?
- The most common reason the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi fails its MOT is tyres — present in 38.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi are tyres; lights and electrics; brakes.
- What should I check when buying a used Volkswagen Caddy Maxi?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; lights and electrics; brakes; windscreen and wipers; exhaust, emissions and leaks. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Volkswagen service history guide for how to check and keep one.