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H508 EBW

1990 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Petrol 2861cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

156,243 mi
Last recorded156,243 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Caddy127,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH508 EBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,861cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 156,243 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2026 156,189 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 154,502 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 152,767 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 152,761 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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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H508 EBW is a 1990 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 2,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H508 EBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H508 EBW?

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What year was H508 EBW registered?

H508 EBW is a 1990 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is H508 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H508 EBW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H508 EBW have outstanding finance?

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