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EA08 AXV

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

263,453 mi
Last recorded263,453 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 AXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 263,453 miles

Slight Exhaust Blow

Fail 15 Aug 2016 263,453 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Slight Exhaust Blow

Pass 10 Apr 2015 262,351 miles

front+rear indicator bulbs discolouring

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 30 May 2014 244,610 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 244,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 May 2013 209,967 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 209,967 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 183,880 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 141,627 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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EA08 AXV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 EA08 AXV, 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 EA08 AXV registered?

EA08 AXV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is EA08 AXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 AXV shows 9 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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