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AH04 DDY

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

258,371 mi
Last recorded258,371 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAH04 DDY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 258,371 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 252,281 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 245,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 238,257 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2022 238,256 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 225,182 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 213,929 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend replacement asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 201,253 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 197,872 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 183,732 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 169,315 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 162,091 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 159,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 23 May 2013 144,864 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 144,864 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 121,970 miles

n/s/f fog lamp lense cracked

Pass 10 Jun 2011 92,111 miles

third seat row not in vehicle unable to check third row seat belts

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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AH04 DDY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Caddy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 113,873 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 AH04 DDY, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Caddy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AH04 DDY registered?

AH04 DDY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is AH04 DDY safe to buy?

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