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R158 FDX

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,217 mi
Last recorded92,217 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR158 FDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 92,217 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 92,177 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 92,168 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective cracked and producing a sharp cut hazard (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near side chassis box section corroded around rear spring mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill closing panel in wheel house (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached center box cracked at outlet (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel house (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished at ends (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 88,822 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near coil spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 86,207 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 86,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 83,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective crack (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 81,615 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 77,883 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 77,883 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 73,944 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 69,471 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 65,703 miles

Oil leak on gearbox ()

Pass 17 Jul 2015 61,781 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2014 58,766 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 55,341 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 52,286 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 49,248 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 46,446 miles

Both front macpherson strut spring seats showing signs of corrosion

Pass 24 Jul 2009 43,547 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 40,635 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 37,720 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 35,033 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 32,404 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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R158 FDX is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R158 FDX, 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 R158 FDX registered?

R158 FDX is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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