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V512 EHL

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

166,689 mi
Last recorded166,689 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2014
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV512 EHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2014 166,689 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 158,097 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 151,209 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 143,827 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear tyres wearing unevenly.

Fail 27 Apr 2011 143,821 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear tyres wearing unevenly.

Pass 15 Apr 2010 136,650 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber shrouds rusted.

Pass 20 Apr 2009 130,098 miles

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

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

n/s headlamp lens cracked light image and intensity not affected also no water ingress.

Pass 14 Apr 2008 123,221 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 113,859 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 105,475 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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V512 EHL is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V512 EHL, 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 V512 EHL registered?

V512 EHL is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V512 EHL safe to buy?

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