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W385 XBD

2000 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

246,521 mi
Last recorded246,521 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2012
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy106,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW385 XBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2012 246,521 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

lower reading on o/s park brake

rear brakes noisey

Pass 7 Feb 2011 235,171 miles

Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 222,208 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 222,198 miles

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 21 Oct 2009 222,180 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

SURACE CORROSION TO OTHER METAL BRAKE PIPES

SURFACE CORROSION TO UNDERBODY/COMPONENTS

SUSPENSION BUSHES WEARING BUT NOT MRESULTING IN ANY EXCESS MOVEMENT

Pass 29 Aug 2008 202,126 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 176,748 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 143,250 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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W385 XBD is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W385 XBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W385 XBD registered?

W385 XBD is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 5 April 2000.

Is W385 XBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W385 XBD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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