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CP08 BYR

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,328 mi
Last recorded120,328 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 BYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 120,328 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 112,770 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear axle corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2023 103,202 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 100,436 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 97,484 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 96,765 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Beam pattern correctors (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 93,551 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 91,611 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 91,610 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake performance not tested DUE TO BRAKE HOSE LEAKING (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Outer Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 225/40/18 ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 89,012 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 89,012 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2016 86,665 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 86,665 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2015 84,447 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 79,148 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 76,858 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 75,948 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 74,751 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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CP08 BYR is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver 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 CP08 BYR, 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 CP08 BYR registered?

CP08 BYR is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is CP08 BYR safe to buy?

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