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N543 PFG

1996 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

184,274 mi
Last recorded184,274 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2010
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy128,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN543 PFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2010 184,274 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 175,329 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 167,628 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 159,432 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 153,875 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 153,833 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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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N543 PFG 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 83.3%.

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 N543 PFG, 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.

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What year was N543 PFG registered?

N543 PFG is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is N543 PFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N543 PFG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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