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W407 JBW

2000 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

232,362 mi
Last recorded232,362 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy106,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW407 JBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2016 232,362 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both across axle to load valve (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded both load valve to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

hole in n/s/f outer sill not within prescribed area

oil leak down front of engine

Pass 7 Jul 2015 226,494 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 219,456 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 211,837 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 203,604 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 198,621 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 191,000 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 183,403 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 173,377 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 151,378 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 109,542 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 502,230 miles

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

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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W407 JBW is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W407 JBW, 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 W407 JBW registered?

W407 JBW is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W407 JBW safe to buy?

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