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F649 SFH

1989 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,510 mi
Last recorded76,510 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Caddy112,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF649 SFH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 76,510 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 76,436 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 76,352 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 76,002 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 75,913 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 75,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 75,482 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 75,482 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2009 60,569 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 57,891 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 57,891 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 55,066 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 52,177 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 51,368 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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F649 SFH is a 1989 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 112,260 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 F649 SFH, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F649 SFH registered?

F649 SFH is a 1989 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 April 1989.

Is F649 SFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F649 SFH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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