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DAL 33E

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

179,355 mi
Last recorded179,355 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAL 33E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 179,355 miles

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 15 Nov 2023 179,354 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front & rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Oct 2022 167,402 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 167,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 16 Nov 2021 152,888 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 140,051 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 138,304 miles

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

exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 31 Oct 2018 132,536 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 127,683 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 122,060 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 117,625 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 112,483 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 104,593 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 100,096 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 100,096 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 78,145 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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DAL 33E is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DAL 33E, 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 DAL 33E registered?

DAL 33E is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 December 2008.

Is DAL 33E safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAL 33E shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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