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Volkswagen Caddy

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T129 JDBMOT history

T129 JDB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2024
Mileage
72,276 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T129 JDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T129 JDB was last recorded at 72,276 miles on 30 Apr 2025, 9,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,741 miles · 28 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
9,535 miles
Average per year
2,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,276 miles
  • 2023 – 62,741 miles
  • 2022 – 62,726 miles
  • 2021 – 60,066 miles
  • 2020 – 52,271 miles
  • 2018 – 43,287 miles
  • 2017 – 34,720 miles
  • 2016 – 33,030 miles
  • 2015 – 32,620 miles
  • 2014 – 31,662 miles
  • 2013 – 31,197 miles
  • 2012 – 28,965 miles
  • 2011 – 28,320 miles
  • 2010 – 27,604 miles
  • 2008 – 26,375 miles
  • 2007 – 25,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,276 miles
  • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll rigid brake piped coated in grease
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,276 miles (+9,535)2 dangerous13 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,276 miles
    Test number
    937110876190
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rigid brake piped coated in grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass62,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    62,741 miles
    Test number
    951537809779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail62,741 miles (+15)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,741 miles
    Test number
    844825282935
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail62,726 miles (+2,660)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,726 miles
    Test number
    787552404040
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting marked in yellow chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting marked in yellow chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap snapped

  5. Pass60,066 miles (+7,795)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    60,066 miles
    Test number
    703186286625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,271 miles
    Test number
    787927036908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail52,271 miles (+8,984)1 major3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,271 miles
    Test number
    414955448660
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn strut top mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass43,287 miles (+8,567)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    43,287 miles
    Test number
    963160603956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,720 miles (+1,690)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,720 miles
    Test number
    664069617573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,030 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    33,030 miles
    Test number
    978776807979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased not allowing a full visual inspection.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion noted on front and rear suspension components

  11. Fail33,030 miles (+410)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,030 miles
    Test number
    795302350952
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased not allowing a full visual inspection.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion noted on front and rear suspension components

  12. Pass32,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,620 miles
    Test number
    429743386840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail32,620 miles (+958)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,620 miles
    Test number
    477435261319
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryAdvice corrosion on n/s and o/s steering rack arms

  14. Pass31,662 miles (+465)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    31,662 miles
    Test number
    615348684221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,197 miles (+2,232)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,197 miles
    Test number
    295444323385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,965 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    28,965 miles
    Test number
    628594452256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,320 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,320 miles
    Test number
    976569061221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,604 miles
    Test number
    370008520483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail27,604 miles (+1,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,604 miles
    Test number
    341405120408
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass26,375 miles (+599)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,375 miles
    Test number
    931017428254
    • NoteAdvice n/s rear tyre has cracks on outer sidewall

  21. Pass25,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    25,776 miles
    Test number
    212927337497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T129 JDB

Does T129 JDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T129 JDB expired on 27 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T129 JDB?
The MOT on T129 JDB expired on 27 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T129 JDB done?
T129 JDB was recorded at 72,276 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2025, an average of 2,590 miles a year.
Has T129 JDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T129 JDB has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T129 JDB 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 T129 JDB find?
T129 JDB failed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 13 major defects and 5 advisories: brake load sensing valve seized and abs not fitted or inoperative; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front brake disc significantly and obviously worn, and 17 more.

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