2021 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce + — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 962 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce +, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 85.3% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.7% | 64 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.6% | 44 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.7% | 36 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.2% | 31 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.9% | 18 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.0% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 51 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 43 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 26 |
| 4 | Wipers | 19 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 18 |
| 6 | Washers | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 26.0% | 250 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.2% | 156 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.6% | 63 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.3% | 41 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.2% | 40 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 1.1% | 11 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 112 | 14.3% |
| 30-60k | 488 | 14.8% |
| 60-90k | 282 | 13.8% |
| 90-120k | 56 | 14.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 491 | 15.5% |
| 2025 | 471 | 13.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce +
Before buying a 2021 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce +, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (4.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (3.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce +s pass their MOT?
85.3% of the 962 2021 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce + MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce +?
Tyres, recorded in 6.7% of tests, followed by brakes (4.6%).
Does the 2021 Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce + get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.3% in the 0-30k band to 14.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 962 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.