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EK58 HXZ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

315,594 mi
Last recorded315,594 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 HXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 315,594 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 303,222 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 303,222 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 294,442 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 292,480 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 292,480 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 278,176 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 260,739 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 241,699 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 224,697 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 224,697 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 207,112 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 180,776 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 147,896 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 147,896 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 122,611 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 101,891 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 81,066 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 48,016 miles

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

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

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

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

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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EK58 HXZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EK58 HXZ, 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 EK58 HXZ registered?

EK58 HXZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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The MOT history for EK58 HXZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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