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BK08 NCJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,500 mi
Last recorded147,500 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 NCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2026 147,500 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 143,832 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 143,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 135,057 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 130,816 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 122,945 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 115,619 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 115,611 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 109,705 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 109,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 104,570 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 98,954 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nearside front and nearside rear tyres have damage to outer side wall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Fail 19 Oct 2017 98,742 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nearside front and nearside rear tyres have damage to outer side wall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 20 Oct 2016 92,534 miles

Nearside slight condensation inside headlamp

Offside mirror slightly damaged but view not impaired

Pass 15 Sep 2015 86,137 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 86,129 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2014 77,406 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 67,045 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 67,045 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 50,208 miles

2x seat belts fitted in rear but no seats fitted at time of test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

rear tyres cracking and small cuts to tread area

wipers poor

Pass 18 Jun 2011 33,613 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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BK08 NCJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK08 NCJ, 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 BK08 NCJ registered?

BK08 NCJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is BK08 NCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 NCJ shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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