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X438 LGF

2000 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,780 mi
Last recorded128,780 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy106,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX438 LGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2014 128,780 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 128,780 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 108,150 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front bumper loose

o/s/f top mount rubbing a/c pipe

Fail 8 Nov 2012 108,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

front bumper loose

o/s/f top mount rubbing a/c pipe

Pass 17 Oct 2011

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 105,578 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 May 2009 100,271 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front brake pads over half worn

Fail 15 May 2009 100,271 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front brake pads over half worn

Pass 17 May 2008 91,260 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 84,300 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 May 2006 76,815 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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X438 LGF is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X438 LGF, 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 X438 LGF registered?

X438 LGF is a 2000 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 November 2000.

Is X438 LGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X438 LGF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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