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N681 GPU

1996 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

242,815 mi
Last recorded242,815 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2009
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy128,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN681 GPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2009 242,815 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 236,222 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 225,842 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 213,705 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 213,702 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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N681 GPU is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N681 GPU, 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 N681 GPU?

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What year was N681 GPU registered?

N681 GPU is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N681 GPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N681 GPU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N681 GPU have outstanding finance?

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