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R307 MTO

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,931 mi
Last recorded50,931 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR307 MTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 50,931 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 47,759 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 44,752 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 40,972 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 37,121 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2013 31,972 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 26,271 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 19,777 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 19,663 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 19,564 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 19,394 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 19,393 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 19,093 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 18,865 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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R307 MTO is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R307 MTO, 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 R307 MTO registered?

R307 MTO is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R307 MTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R307 MTO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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