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BG08 KVP

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

188,366 mi
Last recorded188,366 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 KVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 188,366 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 183,936 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 177,165 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 171,555 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 159,794 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 145,301 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 128,846 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 121,090 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside front tyre has slight damage to side wall

Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Jan 2018 116,599 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 99,395 miles

item(s) removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 8 Apr 2015 88,430 miles

offside rear number plate lamp deteriorated

Fail 8 Apr 2015 88,430 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear number plate lamp deteriorated

Pass 29 Apr 2014 82,931 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 82,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Apr 2013 79,889 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 17 Apr 2013 79,888 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Apr 2012 73,208 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 64,177 miles

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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BG08 KVP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black 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 BG08 KVP, 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 BG08 KVP registered?

BG08 KVP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is BG08 KVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 KVP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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