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E794 HBL

1988 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,125 mi
Last recorded55,125 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Caddy111,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE794 HBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2024 55,125 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 54,990 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 54,471 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Central & Rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 54,455 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2015 54,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 54,454 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 54,454 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 101,833 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

front and rear number plate cracked

Pass 29 Sep 2007 130,462 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 121,791 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear number plate cracked

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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E794 HBL is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 111,079 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 E794 HBL, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E794 HBL registered?

E794 HBL is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 March 1988.

Is E794 HBL safe to buy?

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