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J8 OHM

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

82,981 mi
Last recorded82,981 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 OHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2026 82,981 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2025 79,678 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 79,132 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 75,131 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 75,131 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 70,987 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 66,070 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 60,884 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 55,140 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 52,009 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 50,674 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 46,163 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 41,637 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 41,637 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 1 May 2015 36,210 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 34,740 miles

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge & nail in tread

n/s/r tyre worn edge

o/s/f tyre badly worn inner edge

Fail 6 May 2014 34,740 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge & nail in tread

n/s/r tyre worn edge

o/s wiper slightly smeary

o/s/f tyre badly worn inner edge

Pass 25 Apr 2013 29,041 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 25,173 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 19,177 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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J8 OHM is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 J8 OHM, 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 J8 OHM registered?

J8 OHM is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is J8 OHM safe to buy?

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