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Volkswagen Caddy

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

L20 DANMOT history

L20 DAN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 27 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 133,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

L20 DAN blue Volkswagen Caddy – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Caddy, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
133,978 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 DAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 DAN was last recorded at 133,978 miles on 6 May 2026, 6,906 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,072 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,906 miles
Average per year
8,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,978 miles
  • 2025 – 127,072 miles
  • 2024 – 121,268 miles
  • 2023 – 115,903 miles
  • 2022 – 109,204 miles
  • 2021 – 101,820 miles
  • 2019 – 93,952 miles
  • 2018 – 79,379 miles
  • 2017 – 65,563 miles
  • 2016 – 55,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,978 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear shocker casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON THE LIMIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,978 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    133,978 miles
    Test number
    523311849453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail133,978 miles (+6,906)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,978 miles
    Test number
    120624605776
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,072 miles (+5,804)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    127,072 miles
    Test number
    903741290980
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both shock shrouds corroded

  4. Pass121,268 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    121,268 miles
    Test number
    636991368847
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Fail121,268 miles (+5,365)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,268 miles
    Test number
    817383686068
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass115,903 miles (+6,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    115,903 miles
    Test number
    612170815948
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass109,204 miles (+6,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,204 miles
    Test number
    624681113446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail102,904 miles (+1,084)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,904 miles
    Test number
    936666512927
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass101,820 miles (+7,868)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,820 miles
    Test number
    376191362642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,952 miles
    Test number
    619526560464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON THE LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail93,952 miles (+14,573)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,952 miles
    Test number
    139570935251
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON THE LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass79,379 miles (+13,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    79,379 miles
    Test number
    804831006899
    • AdvisoryWipers worn

  13. Pass65,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    986055279438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,563 miles (+10,330)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    193124646105
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass55,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    55,233 miles
    Test number
    611979730836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 DAN

Does L20 DAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 DAN is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 DAN?
The MOT on L20 DAN is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 DAN done?
L20 DAN was recorded at 133,978 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 8,118 miles a year.
Has L20 DAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 DAN has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 DAN 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 L20 DAN find?
L20 DAN passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play borderline.

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