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FY08 UPD

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,630 mi
Last recorded129,630 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 UPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 129,630 miles

E:M:L Light on.

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Rear anti roll bar D bush's slightly worn.

Pass 20 Nov 2024 126,748 miles

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 126,722 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Rubber torn. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 124,149 miles

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

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

o/s/r tyre scuffed outer wall

Pass 12 Oct 2022 121,426 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 119,653 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 119,653 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 114,959 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 114,959 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 110,131 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 110,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 104,905 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 99,904 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2017 99,904 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/15 (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 96,258 miles

o/s/f tyre perished.

Pass 20 Oct 2015 92,618 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 89,755 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 86,749 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 83,997 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 60,670 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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FY08 UPD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY08 UPD, 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 FY08 UPD registered?

FY08 UPD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FY08 UPD safe to buy?

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