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HJ08 ODV

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

220,476 mi
Last recorded220,476 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 ODV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 220,476 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage but not affecting drivers view

Offside Rear Quarter has damage

Fail 5 Jun 2019 220,476 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage but not affecting drivers view

Offside Rear Quarter has damage

Pass 4 Jun 2018 203,697 miles

Both rear inner d bushes worn

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen has damage but not affecting drivers view

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 203,697 miles

Both rear inner d bushes worn

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Windscreen has damage but not affecting drivers view

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

Pass 23 May 2017 194,046 miles

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

Nearside windscreen has damage

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 May 2016 183,469 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen cracked on passenger side

Fail 23 May 2016 183,469 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen cracked on passenger side

Pass 11 May 2015 166,132 miles

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

both rear inner d bushes worn

Pass 14 May 2014 147,382 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 128,348 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 102,265 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

nsr tyre cut but not showing cords

osr tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 May 2011 70,590 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

emissions to clean to test.

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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HJ08 ODV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HJ08 ODV, 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 HJ08 ODV registered?

HJ08 ODV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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