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2013 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Diesel · DF63 DYA

DF63 DYA

2013 Volkswagen Caddy (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2013. Recorded mileage 113,563 miles. MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN CADDY
Year / Origin
2013 · Chester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
113,563 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2013
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT data. The latest test conducted on 13 February 2026 at 113,563 miles resulted in a pass, successfully following a failure recorded just one week prior at 113,424 miles. This brief failure likely involved a minor component replacement or adjustment, such as a bulb change or a minor leak, which was rectified immediately as the subsequent clean sheet shows no mechanical or structural defects. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the vehicle covered 9,708 miles, while it saw an increase of 9,901 miles between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of stagnation or heavy-duty labor, which is generally beneficial for the preservation of seals, gaskets, and mechanical components within the drivetrain system. While the digital record is clean of recurring advisories, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection for common Volkswagen Caddy wear points at this mileage bracket. Focus on the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of fatigue, as these often degrade after exceeding 100,000 miles. Given the vehicle's age, check the structural integrity for surface corrosion, particularly around the sills and wheel arches, to ensure no hidden rust is developing despite the clean MOT passes.

DF63 DYA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/02/2026
  • 113,563 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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DF63 DYA Mileage History

  1. 21/01/202387,032 mi
  2. 18/01/202496,740 mi+9,708 mi
  3. 22/01/2025106,641 mi+9,901 mi
  4. 06/02/2026113,424 mi+6,783 mi
  5. 13/02/2026113,563 mi+139 mi

Average of roughly 8,658 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DF63 DYA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 13:37
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volkswagen Caddy (DF63 DYA) between January 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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