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VOLKSWAGEN CADDY (2017)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 21,344 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests (2024)

21,344

Avg Mileage

81,861 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,732

Is the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 7 years old, 84% of VOLKSWAGEN CADDYs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 21,344 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 81,861 miles.

How does the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY compare?

Rank among all 2017 cars444th out of 579(top 77%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models658th out of 1,118(top 59%)
vs national average+2% (82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average-3% (87% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average-1% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY has 81,861 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

Best year to buy a VOLKSWAGEN CADDY?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 89% MOT pass rate, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 64%. The 2017 sits between the two at 84%.

How much does a 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1395cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,732
Per month£144/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLKSWAGEN CADDY by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202189%1,93127,508 mi
202088%13,20253,906 mi
201987%18,57363,050 mi
201887%19,10675,449 mi
201784%21,34481,861 mi
201682%24,55093,514 mi
201581%22,65999,855 mi
201480%23,277114,550 mi
201380%24,686120,918 mi
201279%19,331136,051 mi
201178%25,166135,711 mi
201075%17,547147,995 mi
200976%13,027149,844 mi
200877%11,139161,130 mi
200775%9,178159,205 mi
200675%6,102164,468 mi
200574%4,454166,551 mi
200474%2,512172,117 mi
200370%573142,939 mi
200272%501144,373 mi
200164%291134,932 mi
200069%372120,625 mi
199972%484117,159 mi
199867%210110,923 mi
199772%90121,741 mi
199280%18194,923 mi
199175%166125,877 mi
199074%212138,662 mi

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About the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY

The 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY is a small family car with a 1395cc petrol engine. 21,344 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 77% of 2017 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 81,861 miles at 7 years old, VOLKSWAGEN CADDY owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY Fuel Costs

The 1395cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,732 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VOLKSWAGEN CADDY Reliability Trend

Newer VOLKSWAGEN CADDYs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 89%. With 21,344 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: