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P488 WBW

1996 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,474 mi
Last recorded77,474 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2011
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy128,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP488 WBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2011 77,474 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 77,474 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 71,903 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 70,979 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 64,741 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P488 WBW is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,389cc petrol 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 P488 WBW, 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 P488 WBW?

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What year was P488 WBW registered?

P488 WBW is a 1996 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is P488 WBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P488 WBW 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.

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