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R101 HPU

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

98,852 mi
Last recorded98,852 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 HPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 98,852 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced end sill/wheel arch corroded and small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 95,727 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 95,727 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 92,403 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 88,514 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 86,297 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material load sensor valve (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 86,296 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material load sensor valve (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 85,626 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 85,612 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 84,179 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 83,569 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 82,813 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 82,813 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 82,394 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 82,394 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 81,433 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 80,644 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 79,452 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 77,855 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 75,961 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 74,049 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 71,794 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 66,834 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 59,380 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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R101 HPU is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 110,755 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 R101 HPU, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R101 HPU registered?

R101 HPU is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R101 HPU safe to buy?

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