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V228 DJU

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

127,096 mi
Last recorded127,096 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV228 DJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 127,096 miles

bonnet corroded

corrosion to rear wheel arches

o/s door mirror damaged

o/s front floor corroded

o/s head lamp damaged

Fail 16 Apr 2016 127,096 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

bonnet corroded

corrosion to rear wheel arches

o/s door mirror damaged

o/s front floor corroded

o/s head lamp damaged

Pass 9 Apr 2015 108,136 miles

o/s and n/s rear wheel arches corroded

rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 8 Apr 2015 108,136 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

spare wheel carrier loose

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2014 103,376 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 94,630 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 85,285 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 83,372 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 75,272 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2008 72,976 miles

Battery insecure

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 14 Sep 2006 60,917 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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V228 DJU is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V228 DJU, 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 V228 DJU registered?

V228 DJU is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V228 DJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V228 DJU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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