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C554 YCL

1985 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,873 mi
Last recorded58,873 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Caddy72,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC554 YCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 58,873 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 58,848 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2014 58,832 miles

All tyres slightly distorted

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Slight bind on off side rear brake

Pass 27 Feb 2014 58,832 miles

All tyres slightly distorted

Slight bind on off side rear brake

Pass 5 Apr 2007 58,816 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 58,527 miles

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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C554 YCL is a 1985 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.1% with a typical mileage of 72,286 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 C554 YCL, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C554 YCL registered?

C554 YCL is a 1985 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 September 1985.

Is C554 YCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C554 YCL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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