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GF08 AYE

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

182,871 mi
Last recorded182,871 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 AYE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 182,871 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 177,797 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 175,380 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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 24 Jan 2020 175,380 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 170,598 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 164,991 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 152,773 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 152,773 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 127,755 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 103,662 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 78,288 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 69,109 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2013 69,109 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 57,794 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 45,120 miles

keep a check on front tyres worn down to 3mm

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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GF08 AYE is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF08 AYE, 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 GF08 AYE registered?

GF08 AYE is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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