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G492 TKL

1990 Volkswagen Caddy

White Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,940 mi
Last recorded137,940 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2010
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Caddy127,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG492 TKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2010 137,940 miles

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

windscreen damaged outside swept area

Fail 23 Aug 2010 137,902 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

windscreen damaged outside swept area

Pass 28 Aug 2009 132,883 miles

windsreen damaged on the nearside outside the swept area

Fail 25 Aug 2009 132,820 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

windsreen damaged on the nearside outside the swept area

Pass 8 Aug 2008 125,287 miles

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

windscreen slightly damaged outside swept area

Pass 23 Aug 2007 118,837 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 109,105 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 98,130 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 98,120 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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G492 TKL is a 1990 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 127,266 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 G492 TKL, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G492 TKL registered?

G492 TKL is a 1990 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 May 1990.

Is G492 TKL safe to buy?

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