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GU08 UOP

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,326 mi
Last recorded149,326 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 UOP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 149,326 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2025 144,647 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 14 May 2024 139,518 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 134,455 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear shock absorber casing deteriorated

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear rear exhaust box outer shell deteriorated

Fail 14 Mar 2023 134,455 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear shock absorber casing deteriorated

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear rear exhaust box outer shell deteriorated

Pass 17 Mar 2022 129,671 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2021 126,121 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 126,117 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 118,243 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 109,816 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2019 109,816 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 100,993 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge worn

tyre inner edge worn

Pass 25 Feb 2017 91,997 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 81,761 miles

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 10 Apr 2014 59,350 miles

all 4 brake discs corroded and pitted

all 4 tyres wearing low, n/r/s damaged on outer sidewall

n/s/f lower suspension arm frontmost bush worn

Pass 9 Apr 2013 49,803 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 39,056 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 30,080 miles

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

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

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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GU08 UOP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU08 UOP, 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 GU08 UOP registered?

GU08 UOP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is GU08 UOP safe to buy?

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