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E787 HBL

1988 Volkswagen Caddy

Cream Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

132,970 mi
Last recorded132,970 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Caddy111,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE787 HBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1988
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 132,970 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 132,897 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 132,896 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 132,896 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 132,664 miles

N/S inner and outer sill corroded/inner arch holed/ corroded but not considered to be affecting the vehicles structure advise weld repair

N/S steering rack boot deteriorating

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

all tyre deteriorated/ splits forming advise replacements soon( 185/55 r14 80h)

front discs corroded

ignition barrel worn

loading bed corroded/ holed but not affecting the vehicles structure

minor exhaust leak from centre to rear joint

odd noise from N/S/F wheel when spun

suspect missing centre bush on O/S/F seat runner

Fail 14 Dec 2018 132,664 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. not locking (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lhd headlight (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lhd headlight (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative comp valve seized non abs (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

N/S inner and outer sill corroded/inner arch holed/ corroded but not considered to be affecting the vehicles structure advise weld repair

N/S steering rack boot deteriorating

N/S/R brake dragging

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

all tyre deteriorated/ splits forming advise replacements soon( 185/55 r14 80h)

front discs corroded

hazard warning lights not working on N/S

ignition barrel worn

loading bed corroded/ holed but not affecting the vehicles structure

minor exhaust leak from centre to rear joint

odd noise from N/S/F wheel when spun

Pass 26 May 2018 132,517 miles

Rear Hole in rear bed not near any structure points

Pass 11 Jun 2016 132,151 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 130,905 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2014 130,150 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 130,146 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2013 129,914 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 129,909 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 128 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 128 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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E787 HBL is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy in Cream with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 E787 HBL, 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.

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What year was E787 HBL registered?

E787 HBL is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 18 March 1988.

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