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GJ08 ZCX

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

135,609 mi
Last recorded135,609 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 ZCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 135,609 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 135,608 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 131,378 miles

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

Rear silencer deteriorating

Rear tyres contacting wheel arch liners

Fail 24 Jan 2025 131,378 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear silencer deteriorating

Rear tyres contacting wheel arch liners

Pass 12 Jan 2024 127,629 miles

Nearside Front Inner edges very worn

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

Offside Front Inner edges very worn

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2024 127,629 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner edges very worn

Offside Front Inner edges very worn

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 123,277 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 120,458 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 26 Jan 2022 120,458 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. Insufficient adjustment. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 116,105 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 116,105 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 111,090 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 108,736 miles

rear exhaust box starting to corrode

Pass 4 Jul 2017 101,554 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 96,143 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 90,702 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 90,702 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2014 87,496 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

wear on nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Apr 2013 77,520 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 58,712 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,763 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GJ08 ZCX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GJ08 ZCX, 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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GJ08 ZCX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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