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P795 NKU

1997 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,187 mi
Last recorded82,187 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caddy112,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP795 NKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2009 82,187 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 79,704 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2008 79,678 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2007 76,586 miles

Front to rear metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 71,693 miles

N/S & O/S front and front to rear metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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P795 NKU is a 1997 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P795 NKU, 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 P795 NKU registered?

P795 NKU is a 1997 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 May 1997.

Is P795 NKU safe to buy?

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