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C849 LFL

1986 Volkswagen Caddy

White Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,241 mi
Last recorded21,241 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Caddy71,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC849 LFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 21,241 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 20,773 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 20,203 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 19,492 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 18,816 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 17,481 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 16,353 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 14,968 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 13,644 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 12,684 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 11,797 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 9,796 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 8,086 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 6,377 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 5,188 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 3,733 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 2,320 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 265 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 98,638 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 96,880 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 94,388 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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C849 LFL is a 1986 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 71,525 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 C849 LFL, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C849 LFL?

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What year was C849 LFL registered?

C849 LFL is a 1986 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 10 January 1986.

Is C849 LFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C849 LFL shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C849 LFL have outstanding finance?

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