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Volkswagen Caddy

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T373 JAUMOT history

T373 JAU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 168,277 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
168,277 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T373 JAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T373 JAU was last recorded at 168,277 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,491 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
786 miles
Average per year
4,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,277 miles
  • 2025 – 167,491 miles
  • 2024 – 166,349 miles
  • 2023 – 164,764 miles
  • 2022 – 162,448 miles
  • 2021 – 159,170 miles
  • 2020 – 157,113 miles
  • 2019 – 155,451 miles
  • 2018 – 151,293 miles
  • 2017 – 146,073 miles
  • 2016 – 140,877 miles
  • 2015 – 134,854 miles
  • 2014 – 128,264 miles
  • 2013 – 122,429 miles
  • 2012 – 116,368 miles
  • 2011 – 109,280 miles
  • 2010 – 102,823 miles
  • 2009 – 96,176 miles
  • 2008 – 88,655 miles
  • 2007 – 82,668 miles
  • 2006 – 76,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,277 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront And Rear Suspension Components Slightly CorrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Inner And Outer Sills Front And Rear (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rear Into Load Valve

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear Out Of Load Valve

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

35 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,277 miles (+786)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    168,277 miles
    Test number
    168724406343
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront And Rear Suspension Components Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Inner And Outer Sills Front And Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass167,491 miles (+74)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    167,491 miles
    Test number
    824598310282
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rear Into Load Valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear Out Of Load Valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront And Rear Suspension Components Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Outer Sills Front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail167,417 miles (+1,068)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,417 miles
    Test number
    477764259164
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rear Into Load Valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear Out Of Load Valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront And Rear Suspension Components Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Outer Sills Front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass166,349 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    166,349 miles
    Test number
    224305803016
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail166,349 miles (+1,585)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,349 miles
    Test number
    502727381193
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass164,764 miles (+2,316)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    164,764 miles
    Test number
    674625657163
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass162,448 miles (+3,278)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    162,448 miles
    Test number
    441455020339
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass159,170 miles (+2,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    159,170 miles
    Test number
    214810223706
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corroded

  9. Pass157,113 miles (+212)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    157,113 miles
    Test number
    118093645771
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail156,901 miles (+1,450)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,901 miles
    Test number
    125841437720
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper shock mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cracking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass155,451 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    155,451 miles
    Test number
    529119979721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail155,447 miles (+4,154)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,447 miles
    Test number
    522363318250
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass151,293 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    151,293 miles
    Test number
    438369014059
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight dragging on nearside front brake
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight roughness nearside rear wheel bearing

  14. Fail151,282 miles (+5,209)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,282 miles
    Test number
    107068898571
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight dragging on nearside front brake
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight roughness nearside rear wheel bearing

  15. Pass146,073 miles (+5,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    146,073 miles
    Test number
    482066682259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass140,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    140,877 miles
    Test number
    894005854195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail140,877 miles (+6,023)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,877 miles
    Test number
    312228633057
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass134,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    134,854 miles
    Test number
    386780315171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail134,854 miles (+6,590)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,854 miles
    Test number
    248828005449
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass128,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    128,264 miles
    Test number
    285467694041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail128,264 miles (+5,835)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,264 miles
    Test number
    786587394094
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  22. Pass122,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    122,429 miles
    Test number
    348833193080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail122,425 miles (+6,057)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,425 miles
    Test number
    687813593055
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass116,368 miles (+7,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    116,368 miles
    Test number
    818517792000
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass109,280 miles (+233)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    109,280 miles
    Test number
    106868881080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail109,047 miles (+6,224)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,047 miles
    Test number
    866194181000
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass102,823 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    102,823 miles
    Test number
    481719990020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail102,693 miles (+6,517)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,693 miles
    Test number
    903570390000
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  29. Fail96,176 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,176 miles
    Test number
    120244989083
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

  30. Pass96,176 miles (+7,521)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    96,176 miles
    Test number
    222144289060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass88,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    513493768004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail88,655 miles (+5,987)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    231713868001
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  33. Pass82,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    82,668 miles
    Test number
    664445387072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail82,668 miles (+6,322)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,668 miles
    Test number
    172585987480
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  35. Pass76,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    76,346 miles
    Test number
    173090566094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T373 JAU

Does T373 JAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T373 JAU is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T373 JAU?
The MOT on T373 JAU is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T373 JAU done?
T373 JAU was recorded at 168,277 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 4,463 miles a year.
Has T373 JAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T373 JAU has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T373 JAU 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 T373 JAU find?
T373 JAU passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; coil spring corroded both rear; front and rear suspension components slightly corroded, and 5 more.

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