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E58 BCT

1988 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,351 mi
Last recorded134,351 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2006
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Caddy111,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE58 BCT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2006 134,351 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 134,346 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Centre Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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E58 BCT is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E58 BCT, 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

How do I check the history of E58 BCT?

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What year was E58 BCT registered?

E58 BCT is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 May 1988.

Is E58 BCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E58 BCT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E58 BCT have outstanding finance?

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