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P64 VUA

1997 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,033 mi
Last recorded129,033 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caddy112,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP64 VUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2008 129,033 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 41,203 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 117,249 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 117,238 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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P64 VUA is a 1997 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 112,438 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 P64 VUA, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P64 VUA registered?

P64 VUA is a 1997 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P64 VUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P64 VUA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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