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R191 XKK

1997 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

211,450 mi
Last recorded211,450 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caddy112,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR191 XKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2011 211,450 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 204,105 miles

Off side mirror cracked

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Mar 2009 196,521 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 196,521 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 15 Mar 2008 188,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 188,636 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 178,538 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 162,603 miles

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

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

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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R191 XKK is a 1997 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R191 XKK, 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 R191 XKK registered?

R191 XKK is a 1997 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R191 XKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R191 XKK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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