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R281 PAC

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,256 mi
Last recorded142,256 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 PAC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 142,256 miles

Rear nearside and offside wheel arches corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2016 142,214 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2015 138,334 miles

Fuel cap does not lock

Pass 8 Aug 2014 135,589 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 135,513 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 132,966 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 126,385 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 119,412 miles

N/S/R Bump Stop Missing

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 114,437 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION N/S FRONT SILL

Pass 12 Jun 2009 110,010 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 110,010 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 105,638 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 100,047 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 94,180 miles

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

rear footbrake slightly uneven

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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R281 PAC is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R281 PAC, 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 R281 PAC registered?

R281 PAC is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is R281 PAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R281 PAC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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