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FV08 JVY

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

182,524 mi
Last recorded182,524 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 JVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 182,524 miles

all suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 7 Oct 2024 181,135 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2024 181,135 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 164,082 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Door pin has slight play

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 161,354 miles

Alternator belt cracking

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Engine breather hose split

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Spare wheel slightly loose in carrier

Fail 5 Apr 2022 161,354 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Alternator belt cracking

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Engine breather hose split

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Spare wheel slightly loose in carrier

Pass 7 Apr 2021 153,251 miles

advice both headlights slight crack

advice on front wipers

advice on further look at o/s/f coil spring platform

advice on n/s/door mirror glass

advice on n/s/f outer CV gator slight cracking

Fail 7 Apr 2021 153,251 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

advice both headlights slight crack

advice on front wipers

advice on further look at o/s/f coil spring platform

advice on n/s/door mirror glass

advice on n/s/f outer CV gator slight cracking

Pass 18 Jan 2019 153,156 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 140,903 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 129,436 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 125,928 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 122,429 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 118,622 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 114,956 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 111,662 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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FV08 JVY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc 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 FV08 JVY, 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 FV08 JVY registered?

FV08 JVY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is FV08 JVY safe to buy?

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