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V162 FAU

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,768 mi
Last recorded91,768 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV162 FAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2011 91,768 miles

n/s rear light lens cracked

Pass 2 Feb 2010 81,368 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 74,953 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 68,767 miles

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

front wishbone bushes slight splits

Fail 17 Dec 2007 68,767 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

front wishbone bushes slight splits

Pass 7 Nov 2006 60,156 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Nov 2006 60,154 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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V162 FAU is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V162 FAU, 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 V162 FAU registered?

V162 FAU is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 29 October 1999.

Is V162 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V162 FAU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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