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GX08 BDV

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

184,363 mi
Last recorded184,363 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 BDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 184,363 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2024 184,363 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.1.5 (a))

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 13 Oct 2023 161,685 miles

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing bent (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 161,682 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing bent (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 152,333 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 149,300 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2020 148,285 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 146,499 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 140,941 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2019 140,941 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 132,411 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 120,926 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 111,444 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 108,199 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 98,099 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 81,067 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 70,197 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 55,400 miles

both rear tyres getting low on tread depth

front nearside tyre getting low on tread depth

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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GX08 BDV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc 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 GX08 BDV, 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 GX08 BDV registered?

GX08 BDV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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