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E78 NHM

1988 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,491 mi
Last recorded137,491 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2009
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Caddy111,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE78 NHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2009 137,491 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 136,964 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 136,351 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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E78 NHM is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E78 NHM, 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 E78 NHM?

You can check the full history of E78 NHM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E78 NHM registered?

E78 NHM is a 1988 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 July 1988.

Is E78 NHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E78 NHM shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E78 NHM have outstanding finance?

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