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H137 EEW

1991 Volkswagen Caddy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

480,127 mi
Last recorded480,127 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2011
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Caddy120,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH137 EEW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2011 480,127 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 473,122 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 473,122 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 25 Mar 2009 165,453 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 165,453 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 157,525 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 157,525 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 145,505 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 136,155 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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H137 EEW is a 1991 Volkswagen Caddy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 120,228 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 H137 EEW, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H137 EEW registered?

H137 EEW is a 1991 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 January 1991.

Is H137 EEW safe to buy?

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