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Volkswagen Caddy

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y271 MCDMOT history

Y271 MCD is a red diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,941 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2023.

Y271 MCD red Volkswagen Caddy – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2024
Mileage
119,941 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y271 MCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y271 MCD was last recorded at 119,941 miles on 25 Apr 2023, 4,283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,658 miles · 9 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
4,283 miles
Average per year
4,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,941 miles
  • 2022 – 115,658 miles
  • 2021 – 111,868 miles
  • 2019 – 107,157 miles
  • 2018 – 97,965 miles
  • 2017 – 93,437 miles
  • 2016 – 91,572 miles
  • 2015 – 87,596 miles
  • 2014 – 81,167 miles
  • 2013 – 75,199 miles
  • 2011 – 73,310 miles
  • 2010 – 71,434 miles
  • 2009 – 68,986 miles
  • 2008 – 66,148 miles
  • 2007 – 59,539 miles
  • 2006 – 48,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,941 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,941 miles (+4,283)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    119,941 miles
    Test number
    757746900665
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass115,658 miles (+3,790)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    115,658 miles
    Test number
    293138520029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass111,868 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    111,868 miles
    Test number
    673734677206
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Fail111,864 miles (+4,707)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,864 miles
    Test number
    309199479128
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust broken off (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass107,157 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,157 miles
    Test number
    254566246309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail107,154 miles (+9,189)13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,154 miles
    Test number
    934233627878
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to brake pipe condition (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorLeaf spring with an unsafe modification leaf spring fitted to underside of axle (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to load valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to load valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass97,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,965 miles
    Test number
    414564432238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail97,963 miles (+4,526)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,963 miles
    Test number
    691722330849
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass93,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,437 miles
    Test number
    620093120487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,437 miles (+1,865)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,437 miles
    Test number
    929698070055
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  11. Pass91,572 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,572 miles
    Test number
    947102157444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,557 miles (+3,961)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,557 miles
    Test number
    821330719396
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  13. Pass87,596 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,596 miles
    Test number
    137401362748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,577 miles (+6,410)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,577 miles
    Test number
    674081408060
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  15. Pass81,167 miles (+132)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,167 miles
    Test number
    807074834201
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear spring shackle lock nut ineffective
  16. Fail81,035 miles (+5,836)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,035 miles
    Test number
    869010634234
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteO/s n/s rear spring shackle lock nuts ineffective
  17. Pass75,199 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    75,199 miles
    Test number
    249687563046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,310 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,310 miles
    Test number
    317626731350
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass73,310 miles (+1,876)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,310 miles
    Test number
    878416231352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,434 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,434 miles
    Test number
    320018320393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,986 miles (+2,838)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    68,986 miles
    Test number
    840097819301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slight perrishing
    • NoteSpare tyre touching rear silencer
  22. Pass66,148 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    66,148 miles
    Test number
    624841728279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,138 miles (+6,599)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    931194018235
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)
  24. Pass59,539 miles (+10,600)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,539 miles
    Test number
    773589457182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,939 miles
    Test number
    642479216188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y271 MCD

Does Y271 MCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y271 MCD expired on 24 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y271 MCD?
The MOT on Y271 MCD expired on 24 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y271 MCD done?
Y271 MCD was recorded at 119,941 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2023, an average of 4,179 miles a year.
Has Y271 MCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y271 MCD has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y271 MCD 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 Y271 MCD find?
Y271 MCD passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 1 more.

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