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Volkswagen Caddy

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

F3 LAPMOT history

F3 LAP is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 17 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Dec 2026 and it has passed 5 of 9 MOT tests, with 178,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Dec 2025.

F3 LAP blue Volkswagen Caddy – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Dec 2026
Mileage
178,094 mi
At MOT on 27 Dec 2025
MOT tests
9
5 passed · 4 failed
Per year
15,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 LAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 LAP was last recorded at 178,094 miles on 27 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,092 miles · 18 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
15,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 178,094 miles
  • 2024 – 176,719 miles
  • 2023 – 167,765 miles
  • 2022 – 117,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,094 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder tray shieldRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 10 Jan 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,094 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    178,094 miles
    Test number
    576406416984
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray shield

  2. Fail178,092 miles (+1,373)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,092 miles
    Test number
    968273667066
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray shield

  3. Pass176,719 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    176,719 miles
    Test number
    189247446304
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail176,711 miles (+8,946)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,711 miles
    Test number
    625304635477
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment passenger side little / no effect (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section fixing clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass167,765 miles (+23,041)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    167,765 miles
    Test number
    829803304096
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,724 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    144,724 miles
    Test number
    747592877738
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail144,724 miles (+27,064)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,724 miles
    Test number
    898299395163
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,660 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    117,660 miles
    Test number
    753194072688
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail117,660 miles5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,660 miles
    Test number
    989399020566
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn most rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Questions about F3 LAP

Does F3 LAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 LAP is valid until 26 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on F3 LAP?
The MOT on F3 LAP is valid until 26 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 LAP done?
F3 LAP was recorded at 178,094 miles at its MOT on 27 Dec 2025, an average of 15,255 miles a year.
Has F3 LAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 LAP has failed 4 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on F3 LAP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on F3 LAP find?
F3 LAP passed its latest MOT on 27 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: general corrosion under the vehicle; nearside front macpherson strut ball joint has slight play; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 2 more.

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