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R266 JEU

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,525 mi
Last recorded96,525 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2007
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 JEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2007 96,525 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 86,105 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 86,105 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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R266 JEU is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R266 JEU, 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

How do I check the history of R266 JEU?

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What year was R266 JEU registered?

R266 JEU is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R266 JEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R266 JEU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R266 JEU have outstanding finance?

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