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B4 GBJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,218 mi
Last recorded147,218 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 GBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 147,218 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 134,204 miles

Rear brake pads moderately worn

Rear shock absorbers weak in operation

Fail 28 Nov 2016 134,203 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Outer boot (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Forward bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake pads moderately worn

Rear shock absorbers weak in operation

Pass 14 Feb 2015 113,508 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 90,420 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

offside/nearside rear tyres perished

Pass 22 Oct 2012 71,207 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 59,674 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 Aug 2011 59,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

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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B4 GBJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B4 GBJ, 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 B4 GBJ registered?

B4 GBJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is B4 GBJ safe to buy?

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