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V855 DCJ

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,543 mi
Last recorded90,543 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV855 DCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 90,543 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os at rear (1.1.11 (c))

rear silencer has slight leak of exhaust gasses

Pass 30 Mar 2020 87,641 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 86,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 82,215 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear both sides (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

shockobsorber mounting in rear load bay showing signs of corrosion

Pass 22 Sep 2016 80,875 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 79,435 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 79,435 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 77,595 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 76,322 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 72,280 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 76,028 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 73,842 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 69,045 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 63,808 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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V855 DCJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 V855 DCJ, 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.

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What year was V855 DCJ registered?

V855 DCJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 September 1999.

Is V855 DCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V855 DCJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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