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GJ58 UGG

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

140,034 mi
Last recorded140,034 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 UGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 140,034 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 124,019 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 123,737 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 122,692 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2022 122,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 121,620 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on Inner and Outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Both rear shock absorber casings corroded

Fail 5 Oct 2021 121,620 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on Inner and Outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Both rear shock absorber casings corroded

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 121,079 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust clamp broken but exhaust secure

Pass 4 Jun 2019 119,209 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 119,200 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear cradle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 112,507 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 104,145 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 94,783 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 86,145 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 71,284 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 60,091 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 49,541 miles

Nearside rear tyre starting to go out of shape(inner edge)

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 UGG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 UGG, 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 UGG registered?

GJ58 UGG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 October 2008.

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