CarVerify

Free Car Check

V196 DGF

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,303 mi
Last recorded94,303 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV196 DGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2014 94,303 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 89,406 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 84,289 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 79,656 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 77,460 miles

front and rear number plates fading

nearside front tyre has 2mm tread wearing on inner edge

nearside rear tyre has 2mm tread

offside front tyre has 1.6mm tread bald on inner edge

offside rear tyre outer side wall perishing

Pass 3 Nov 2008 71,677 miles

offside front tyre has 2mm tread

offside rear tyre outer side wall perishing

Fail 1 Nov 2008 71,597 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 66,720 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

both rear tyres outer side walls are cut

Pass 7 Nov 2006 58,734 miles

power steering is slightly notchey at idle

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
Full Volkswagen Caddy reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V196 DGF is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V196 DGF, 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 V196 DGF?

You can check the full history of V196 DGF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V196 DGF registered?

V196 DGF is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is V196 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V196 DGF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V196 DGF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V196 DGF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.