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160 GWL

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

133,872 mi
Last recorded133,872 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration160 GWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 133,872 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 132,616 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play in top strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play in top strut mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 131,548 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 129,507 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 129,507 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up VERY SLACK (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users [NEEDS A GOOD BLAST ONLY USED AROUND THE LANES] (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 127,065 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 124,854 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 123,840 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 120,947 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 119,371 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 116,954 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 113,604 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 111,058 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 106,435 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 103,198 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 97,929 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 94,285 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 91,075 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 85,983 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 80,502 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 73,440 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 64,038 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2005 64,038 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caddy?

Based on 2,354,923 MOT tests across 201,129 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
7,837
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
201,129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,074
Registration plate lamp not working 26,465
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24,927
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,804
Stop lamp not working 20,654
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160 GWL is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 110,755 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caddy fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 160 GWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caddy typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 160 GWL registered?

160 GWL is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is 160 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 160 GWL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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