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Volkswagen Caddy

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LX02 PENMOT history

LX02 PEN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 3 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 173,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

LX02 PEN blue Volkswagen Caddy – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Caddy, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
173,263 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 PEN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 PEN was last recorded at 173,263 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,255 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
4,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,263 miles
  • 2025 – 167,423 miles
  • 2024 – 163,148 miles
  • 2023 – 154,401 miles
  • 2020 – 143,219 miles
  • 2011 – 135,450 miles
  • 2010 – 132,353 miles
  • 2009 – 98,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,263 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar D bush worn/slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier clamp missing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive large amount of oil on engine but not creating puddle on floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,263 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    173,263 miles
    Test number
    703577346655
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar D bush worn/slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail173,255 miles (+5,832)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,255 miles
    Test number
    637560564455
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar D bush worn/slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass167,423 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    167,423 miles
    Test number
    893658946323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail167,418 miles (+4,270)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,418 miles
    Test number
    520385911099
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass163,148 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    163,148 miles
    Test number
    537835250745
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier clamp missing (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive large amount of oil on engine but not creating puddle on floor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail163,148 miles (+8,747)2 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,148 miles
    Test number
    134163642312
    • DangerousCentral Rear Engine component loose, bolts missing
    • DangerousLower Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint excessively worn no grease inside causing joint to be too dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier clamp missing (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive large amount of oil on engine but not creating puddle on floor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass154,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    154,401 miles
    Test number
    402585113250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail154,401 miles (+11,182)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,401 miles
    Test number
    389420738480
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass143,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,219 miles
    Test number
    313807758899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail143,219 miles (+7,769)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,219 miles
    Test number
    717343137769
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass135,450 miles (+1,648)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    135,450 miles
    Test number
    686450601396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass133,802 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    133,802 miles
    Test number
    575622211038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass132,353 miles (+34,164)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    132,353 miles
    Test number
    634138320006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    98,189 miles
    Test number
    113839329485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail98,189 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,189 miles
    Test number
    731498429047
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LX02 PEN

Does LX02 PEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 PEN is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 PEN?
The MOT on LX02 PEN is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 PEN done?
LX02 PEN was recorded at 173,263 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 4,285 miles a year.
Has LX02 PEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 PEN has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LX02 PEN 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 LX02 PEN find?
LX02 PEN passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar d bush worn/slight play.

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