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HJ08 XNW

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

113,671 mi
Last recorded113,671 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 113,671 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))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 111,036 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 108,870 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 105,643 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 100,837 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 100,837 miles

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel injection return (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 95,812 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 89,350 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))

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 6 Dec 2017 80,947 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 72,661 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 62,512 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 53,663 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 47,004 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 36,916 miles

front tyres worn close to limit

Pass 14 Dec 2011 26,922 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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HJ08 XNW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HJ08 XNW, 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 XNW registered?

HJ08 XNW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is HJ08 XNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 XNW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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