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R421 JGX

1998 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,372 mi
Last recorded143,372 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy110,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 JGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2011 143,372 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 142,600 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 134,751 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 111,341 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 94,858 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Dec 2005 82,647 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2005 82,647 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise exhaust corroded

advise power steering pump belt cracking

advise stone chip to front screen

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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R421 JGX is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R421 JGX, 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 R421 JGX?

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What year was R421 JGX registered?

R421 JGX is a 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is R421 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R421 JGX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R421 JGX have outstanding finance?

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