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GJ58 KUK

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

190,745 mi
Last recorded190,745 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 KUK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 190,745 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s+n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2026 190,745 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s+n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 181,754 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 181,754 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2024 167,454 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 158,900 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 158,900 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 152,144 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 106,881 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 96,124 miles

Centre exhaust sleeve corroded

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 77,962 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 67,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 67,970 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 57,136 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 47,521 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 38,005 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 24,325 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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GJ58 KUK is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GJ58 KUK, 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 GJ58 KUK registered?

GJ58 KUK is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 September 2008.

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