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N516 MGT

1996 Volkswagen Caddy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,437 mi
Last recorded117,437 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy128,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN516 MGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 May 2008 117,437 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 111,374 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate poor condition

handbrake comes up high

Pass 27 May 2006 103,465 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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N516 MGT is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 N516 MGT, 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

How do I check the history of N516 MGT?

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What year was N516 MGT registered?

N516 MGT is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N516 MGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N516 MGT shows 3 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 N516 MGT have outstanding finance?

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