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N53 XJL

1996 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,141 mi
Last recorded138,141 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy128,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN53 XJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2011 138,141 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 124,885 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 124,523 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 124,219 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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N53 XJL is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 N53 XJL, 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 N53 XJL?

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What year was N53 XJL registered?

N53 XJL is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is N53 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N53 XJL shows 4 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 N53 XJL have outstanding finance?

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