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F489 RDL

1989 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,124 mi
Last recorded97,124 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2007
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Caddy112,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF489 RDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2007 97,124 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 97,124 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 30 May 2006 96,253 miles

steering joint dust cover split/missing

Pass 6 Jun 2005 95,881 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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F489 RDL is a 1989 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 112,260 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 F489 RDL, 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 37 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 F489 RDL?

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What year was F489 RDL registered?

F489 RDL is a 1989 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 22 May 1989.

Is F489 RDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F489 RDL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F489 RDL have outstanding finance?

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