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Y897 CNV

2001 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,304 mi
Last recorded131,304 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caddy106,925 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY897 CNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2012 131,304 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 120,027 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

N/S/F/ tyre showing signs of perishing

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 109,499 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2008 98,982 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT CORROSION ON BRAKE PIPES

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 98,982 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT CORROSION ON BRAKE PIPES

Pass 23 Nov 2007 91,443 miles

Metal brake pipes are starting to corrode

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil level is low

Fail 20 Nov 2007 91,443 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Metal brake pipes are starting to corrode

Pass 24 Aug 2006 84,076 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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Y897 CNV is a 2001 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 2001 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 106,925 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 Y897 CNV, 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 25 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 Y897 CNV registered?

Y897 CNV is a 2001 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y897 CNV safe to buy?

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