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V878 DLE

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

88,269 mi
Last recorded88,269 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV878 DLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 88,269 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 87,806 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 87,230 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 84,572 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 81,524 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 79,370 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 75,974 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 73,306 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 70,637 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 66,837 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 62,772 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 59,412 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 55,448 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 51,330 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 47,033 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 47,033 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 42,953 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 38,555 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 38,555 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 34,182 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 30,082 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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V878 DLE is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 V878 DLE, 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 V878 DLE registered?

V878 DLE is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V878 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V878 DLE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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