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B5 PKY

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,297 mi
Last recorded151,297 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 PKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 151,297 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 147,972 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 141,719 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 133,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 133,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 126,656 miles

n/s cv gaiter perishing

n/s headlamp lense slightly faded

rear exhaust corroded & poor condition at joint

Pass 16 Mar 2021 118,604 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 24 Feb 2020 111,179 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 103,089 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 103,089 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 94,655 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 85,065 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 75,334 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 64,201 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 51,526 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 41,012 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 31,027 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 22,239 miles

Screw in O/S/R tyre

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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B5 PKY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B5 PKY, 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 B5 PKY registered?

B5 PKY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is B5 PKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 PKY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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