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P980 GEF

1997 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,867 mi
Last recorded98,867 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caddy112,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP980 GEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 98,867 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 98,423 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 98,023 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2013 94,063 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 86,455 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 82,813 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 70,600 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 73,439 miles

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Excessive oil leak from engine suspect rocker cover gasket

Fail 14 Jan 2009 73,439 miles

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Excessive oil leak from engine suspect rocker cover gasket

Pass 16 Jan 2008 69,722 miles

Engine has oil leak.

Very slight binding of N/S/R brake however on Roller Brake Test this wheel did not lock out.

Fail 16 Jan 2008 69,722 miles

Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine has oil leak.

O/S/R side light has one bulb lit not two as N/S/R.

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

Very slight binding of N/S/R brake however on Roller Brake Test this wheel did not lock out.

Fail 15 Dec 2006 65,534 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 65,534 miles

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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P980 GEF is a 1997 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P980 GEF, 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.

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What year was P980 GEF registered?

P980 GEF is a 1997 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P980 GEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P980 GEF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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