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HG08 WTE

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

224,365 mi
Last recorded224,365 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 WTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 224,365 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 210,780 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 210,780 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 196,073 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working flashing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 180,490 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 164,090 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Dust cover split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Dust cover split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 147,308 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 May 2020 147,308 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 132,180 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 115,676 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 98,954 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 79,839 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 70,777 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 66,428 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 66,428 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 62,044 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 53,618 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 May 2012 53,618 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 44,847 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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HG08 WTE is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HG08 WTE, 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 HG08 WTE registered?

HG08 WTE is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is HG08 WTE safe to buy?

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