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R292 FWY

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

107,443 mi
Last recorded107,443 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR292 FWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 107,443 miles

various slight corrosion

Pass 17 Jan 2022 102,021 miles

various slight corrosion

Pass 4 Jan 2021 96,549 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 88,717 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 83,591 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 78,403 miles

BOTH SILLS ARE WEAK

Pass 18 Jul 2016 73,590 miles

front to rear brake pipes are pitted

nearside rear brake is low on effort

wiperblades are poor

Pass 17 Jul 2015 69,274 miles

both metal brake pipes on rear axle are pitted but not excessively

nearside rear tyre is weak on sidewalls

Pass 29 Aug 2013 67,270 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 65,529 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nsr tyre cracking on outer wall

osr wheel arch corroded but not excessive

Fail 7 Aug 2012 65,521 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

n/s/r tyre has cracking on outer wall but cords not exposed

o/s/r wheel arch corrode but not excessive

Pass 16 Mar 2009 62,529 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 60,144 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 57,888 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 55,302 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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R292 FWY is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R292 FWY, 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 R292 FWY registered?

R292 FWY is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R292 FWY safe to buy?

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