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T280 MOB

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,032 mi
Last recorded96,032 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT280 MOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 96,032 miles

Front no plate is in poor condition

Nearside ns front tyre has a cut on outer sidewall

Rear metal brake pipes are becoming corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2014 89,822 miles

Front pads have worn low and discs are lipped

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 89,822 miles

Front pads have worn low and discs are lipped

Pass 14 Oct 2013 82,320 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 79,953 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 79,953 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 77,570 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Oct 2011 77,570 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 73,404 miles

Vehicle corroding underneath

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 71,061 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 68,728 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 68,728 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 66,154 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 56,492 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 47,123 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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T280 MOB is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 110,014 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 T280 MOB, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T280 MOB registered?

T280 MOB is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 13 May 1999.

Is T280 MOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T280 MOB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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