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CY08 GZT

2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,410 mi
Last recorded86,410 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan60,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 GZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 86,410 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 83,431 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 83,429 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer pipe split (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 80,239 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 80,239 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 77,351 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both N/S & O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 74,373 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 74,366 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit tested at o.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 71,058 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

steering noisy when rotated lock to lock (possibly top strut mounts dry)

Pass 19 Jun 2020 67,765 miles

Nearside Front Lower ball joint dust cover perished

Pass 16 May 2019 63,975 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 63,975 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 60,724 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 60,681 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension lower arm rear bushes have slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 57,604 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt anchor/buckle not accessible unable to examine belt

eml light on

Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,919 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 51,033 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 46,095 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 41,364 miles

N/S/F tyre worn smooth on outer sidewall

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 35,140 miles

under pan o/s been damaged loose exhaust heat sheild damaged

Fail 11 Jun 2012 35,140 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

under pan o/s been damaged loose exhaust heat sheild damaged

Pass 10 Jun 2011 28,988 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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CY08 GZT is a 2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 60,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CY08 GZT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CY08 GZT registered?

CY08 GZT is a 2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is CY08 GZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY08 GZT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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