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R131 PFC

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,796 mi
Last recorded48,796 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 PFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2009 48,796 miles

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

advise === nearside outter sill corroded but not in precribed area

advise === nearside top of bed corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2009 48,796 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

advise === nearside outter sill corroded but not in precribed area

advise === nearside top of bed corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2008 47,092 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 43,989 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 43,989 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2006 38,120 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 33,713 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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R131 PFC is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R131 PFC, 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 R131 PFC registered?

R131 PFC is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R131 PFC safe to buy?

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