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R147 WWP

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

56,283 mi
Last recorded56,283 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 WWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 56,283 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 56,199 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear light lens cracked

Fail 10 Feb 2015 56,199 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear light lens cracked

Pass 19 Feb 2014 56,005 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 55,614 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 54,441 miles

n/s/r reverse lense repaired

Pass 23 Feb 2011 53,253 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 52,107 miles

revesre light lense cracked

Pass 25 Feb 2009 43,896 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2009 43,891 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 36,929 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 20 Feb 2008 36,924 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Feb 2007 34,540 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 34,540 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 32,470 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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R147 WWP is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R147 WWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R147 WWP registered?

R147 WWP is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R147 WWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 WWP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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