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Volkswagen Caddy

Purple · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

Y6 GWEMOT history

Y6 GWE is a purple petrol Volkswagen Caddy first used on 8 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 236,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

Y6 GWE purple Volkswagen Caddy – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
236,833 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y6 GWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y6 GWE was last recorded at 236,833 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,318 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
515 miles
Average per year
6,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 236,833 miles
  • 2025 – 236,318 miles
  • 2024 – 230,422 miles
  • 2023 – 220,554 miles
  • 2022 – 217,354 miles
  • 2020 – 216,704 miles
  • 2019 – 207,984 miles
  • 2018 – 199,837 miles
  • 2017 – 196,850 miles
  • 2016 – 193,373 miles
  • 2015 – 188,874 miles
  • 2014 – 181,469 miles
  • 2013 – 172,353 miles
  • 2012 – 161,154 miles
  • 2011 – 145,628 miles
  • 2010 – 130,005 miles
  • 2009 – 123,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,833 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Gearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner and outer side treads worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner and outer side treads (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside front wing has slight damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • No emissions detected

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass236,833 miles (+515)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    236,833 miles
    Test number
    543132736297
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner and outer side treads worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner and outer side treads (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass236,318 miles (+5,896)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    236,318 miles
    Test number
    914824721187
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section damaged. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive back of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnderfloor corroded.
  3. Pass230,422 miles (+9,868)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    230,422 miles
    Test number
    330415484077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass220,554 miles (+3,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    220,554 miles
    Test number
    405510014675
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass217,354 miles (+650)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    217,354 miles
    Test number
    636004160945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass216,704 miles (+8,720)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    216,704 miles
    Test number
    589652871465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass207,984 miles (+8,147)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    207,984 miles
    Test number
    893204001070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass199,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    199,837 miles
    Test number
    761377870176
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail199,837 miles (+2,987)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,837 miles
    Test number
    578999194254
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low O/s And N/s Front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass196,850 miles (+3,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    196,850 miles
    Test number
    599527574058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass193,373 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    193,373 miles
    Test number
    915594955554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass188,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    188,874 miles
    Test number
    719985521931
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing has slight damage
    • AdvisoryNo emissions detected
  13. Fail188,874 miles (+7,405)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,874 miles
    Test number
    856785744567
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing has slight damage
    • AdvisoryNo emissions detected
  14. Pass181,469 miles (+9,116)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    181,469 miles
    Test number
    749212414347
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
  15. Pass172,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    172,353 miles
    Test number
    376312313302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail172,353 miles (+11,199)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,353 miles
    Test number
    109131613328
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  17. Pass161,154 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    161,154 miles
    Test number
    727034402319
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise wheel alignment checked
  18. Fail161,154 miles (+15,526)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,154 miles
    Test number
    777454002381
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAdvise wheel alignment checked
  19. Pass145,628 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    145,628 miles
    Test number
    288276601330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail145,356 miles (+15,351)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,356 miles
    Test number
    677314601360
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass130,005 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    130,005 miles
    Test number
    630699900390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  22. Fail130,005 miles (+6,119)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,005 miles
    Test number
    164218600378
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  23. Pass123,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    123,886 miles
    Test number
    634766909385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y6 GWE

Does Y6 GWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y6 GWE is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y6 GWE?
The MOT on Y6 GWE is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y6 GWE done?
Y6 GWE was recorded at 236,833 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 6,705 miles a year.
Has Y6 GWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y6 GWE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on Y6 GWE 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 Y6 GWE find?
Y6 GWE passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front lower gearbox mounting defective; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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