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V185 KGW

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV185 KGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2010
Pass 10 Apr 2008
Pass 20 Dec 2006 141,448 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 141,442 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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V185 KGW is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V185 KGW, 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

How do I check the history of V185 KGW?

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What year was V185 KGW registered?

V185 KGW is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 December 1999.

Is V185 KGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V185 KGW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V185 KGW have outstanding finance?

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