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DS58 DOG

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

79,984 mi
Last recorded79,984 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS58 DOG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 79,984 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 75,986 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 73,609 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed Chaffing on leaf spring (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 71,173 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 67,728 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 65,422 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 63,431 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 57,941 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 54,327 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 54,327 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 43,480 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 40,278 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 36,085 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 30,895 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 26,273 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 20,181 miles

offside front tyre wearing low

Pass 14 Nov 2011 19,483 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

windscreen chipped

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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DS58 DOG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DS58 DOG, 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 DS58 DOG registered?

DS58 DOG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 December 2008.

Is DS58 DOG safe to buy?

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