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M40 SHA

1996 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,487 mi
Last recorded150,487 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2010
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy128,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 SHA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2010 150,487 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 146,931 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 143,944 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 139,620 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 133,486 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 124,566 miles

Front no. plate deteriorated minor

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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M40 SHA is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 128,852 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 M40 SHA, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M40 SHA registered?

M40 SHA is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is M40 SHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 SHA shows 6 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 M40 SHA have outstanding finance?

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