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E381 TEJ

1988 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

29,129 mi
Last recorded29,129 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Caddy111,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE381 TEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 29,129 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 29,129 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 29,017 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 28,889 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 28,852 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 28,843 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 28,646 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 28,646 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 28,170 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 27,694 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 27,694 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2018 27,287 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 26,858 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 26,858 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 26,306 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 26,296 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 25,969 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 25,493 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 25,493 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2013 24,775 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 24,775 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 24,301 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,657 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 22,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 22,179 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 21,275 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 19,401 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 17,993 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 17,993 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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E381 TEJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 111,079 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 E381 TEJ, 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 38 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 E381 TEJ registered?

E381 TEJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 January 1988.

Is E381 TEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E381 TEJ shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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