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V899 DRC

1999 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

128,675 mi
Last recorded128,675 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy110,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV899 DRC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 128,675 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

nearside front tyre inner edge wearing

Fail 20 Jul 2015 128,672 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder excessively weakened by corrosion (3.6.A.2b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre inner edge wearing

Pass 14 Aug 2014 126,547 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 13 Aug 2014 126,538 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Jul 2013 124,315 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 124,308 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 121,515 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

air bag warning lamp on

battery insecure

trailer electrical socket insecure

Pass 29 Jun 2011 118,100 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 118,097 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 112,647 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 109,524 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 109,519 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 103,095 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 12 Apr 2007 97,721 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 97,721 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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V899 DRC is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V899 DRC, 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 V899 DRC registered?

V899 DRC is a 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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