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AW55 JTW

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

229,858 mi
Last recorded229,858 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW55 JTW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 229,858 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 229,252 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 361,687 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi on front section (6.1.2 (a))

Front upper windscreen strip

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 361,687 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure section of (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel pipe so insecure there is a risk of fire at fuel filter (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system at brake caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi on front section (6.1.2 (a))

Front upper windscreen strip

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 213,700 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 200,889 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 191,795 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 180,872 miles

Passenger rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 14 Feb 2018 155,617 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 133,889 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 133,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 105,230 miles

both rear anti roll bar D bushes have play

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2015 81,064 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

clamp on exhaust detiorating

Pass 10 Feb 2014 63,868 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 54,410 miles

No spare wheel with vehicle

Pass 17 Feb 2012 43,674 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 33,716 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 33,716 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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AW55 JTW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AW55 JTW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AW55 JTW registered?

AW55 JTW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is AW55 JTW safe to buy?

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