2007 Volkswagen Caddy — MOT failures & pass rate
31,266 MOT tests on the 2007 Volkswagen Caddy are in this dataset, and 73.6% of them passed. Against vans of a similar age (29.2% fail rate), the 2007 Caddy comes out 2.8pp better. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (14.9%) and lighting & signalling (14.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, joints and washers — pins and bushes alone was recorded 2,135 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 26.8% versus 14.1%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 39.4% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 14.9% | 4,666 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 14.0% | 4,382 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.3% | 2,899 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.7% | 2,711 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.6% | 2,383 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.9% | 1,828 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 2,135 |
| 2 | Joints | 1,806 |
| 3 | Washers | 1,768 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 1,624 |
| 5 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 1,206 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 1,188 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 39.4% | 12,309 |
| 2 | Tyres | 28.8% | 9,016 |
| 3 | Brakes | 24.9% | 7,794 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.7% | 5,844 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 16.1% | 5,024 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 4,797 |
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 | 71 | 14.1% |
| 30-60k | 477 | 22.2% |
| 60-90k | 1,999 | 24.0% |
| 90-120k | 5,286 | 26.7% |
| 120-150k | 8,022 | 26.4% |
| 150k+ | 15,389 | 26.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 31,147 | 26.4% |
| Petrol | 119 | 13.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,125 | 26.3% |
| 2022 | 6,834 | 26.2% |
| 2023 | 6,387 | 26.8% |
| 2024 | 5,750 | 26.6% |
| 2025 | 5,170 | 26.2% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Caddy
On a 2007 Caddy, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (14.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (14.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2007 Volkswagen Caddys pass their MOT?
73.6% of the 31,266 2007 Volkswagen Caddy MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Volkswagen Caddy?
Suspension, recorded in 14.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (14.0%).
Does the 2007 Caddy get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.1% in the 0-30k band to 26.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 31,266 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.