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T974 RPB

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,061 mi
Last recorded96,061 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT974 RPB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 96,061 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 94,703 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front number plate slight contaminated.

glow plug warning light on.

Pass 13 Mar 2014 92,835 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 88,771 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 85,872 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 83,743 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 80,268 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 80,268 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 76,568 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 69,703 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 64,516 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 61,788 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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T974 RPB is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T974 RPB, 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 T974 RPB registered?

T974 RPB is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 March 1999.

Is T974 RPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T974 RPB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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