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V856 HLK

2000 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,304 mi
Last recorded155,304 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2009
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy106,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV856 HLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2009 155,304 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 136,143 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 136,143 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 110,913 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 110,737 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 94,085 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 84,780 miles

N/S/F tyre worn close to legal limit

both front top shock bushes worn

front brake pads low

rear brake noisy

rise and fall of rear brakes

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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V856 HLK is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 106,202 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 V856 HLK, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V856 HLK registered?

V856 HLK is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 January 2000.

Is V856 HLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V856 HLK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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