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VOLKSWAGEN CADDY (1990)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 212 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

74%

Total Tests (2024)

212

Avg Mileage

138,662 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,827

Is the 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 8 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 34 years old, 74% of VOLKSWAGEN CADDYs from 1990 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 212 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 138,662 miles.

How does the 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY compare?

Rank among all 1990 cars145th out of 190(top 76%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models910th out of 1,118(top 81%)
vs national average-8% (82% avg)
vs 1990 cars average-5% (79% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average-11% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY has 138,662 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 251,600 miles for a 34-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a VOLKSWAGEN CADDY?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 89% MOT pass rate, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 64%. The 1990 sits between the two at 74%.

How much does a 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1588cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,827
Per month£152/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLKSWAGEN CADDY by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202189%1,93127,508 mi
202088%13,20253,906 mi
201987%18,57363,050 mi
201887%19,10675,449 mi
201784%21,34481,861 mi
201682%24,55093,514 mi
201581%22,65999,855 mi
201480%23,277114,550 mi
201380%24,686120,918 mi
201279%19,331136,051 mi
201178%25,166135,711 mi
201075%17,547147,995 mi
200976%13,027149,844 mi
200877%11,139161,130 mi
200775%9,178159,205 mi
200675%6,102164,468 mi
200574%4,454166,551 mi
200474%2,512172,117 mi
200370%573142,939 mi
200272%501144,373 mi
200164%291134,932 mi
200069%372120,625 mi
199972%484117,159 mi
199867%210110,923 mi
199772%90121,741 mi
199280%18194,923 mi
199175%166125,877 mi
199074%212138,662 mi

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About the 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY

The 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY is a small family car with a 1588cc petrol engine. 212 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 76% of 1990 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 138,662 miles at 34 years old, VOLKSWAGEN CADDY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY Fuel Costs

The 1588cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,827 (£152/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 74% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VOLKSWAGEN CADDY Reliability Trend

Newer VOLKSWAGEN CADDYs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY

At 34 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN CADDY is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 89%.

Alternatives to the 1990 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: