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KS08 UMG

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,738 mi
Last recorded176,738 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 176,738 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heat sheild slight loose

Rear rear exhaust back box skin corroded

Fail 2 May 2023 176,738 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heat sheild slight loose

Rear rear exhaust back box skin corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2021 163,822 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 137,175 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 108,720 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 95,222 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 88,279 miles

both bottom arm rear bush's worn

eml on dash

oil leak

Fail 27 Sep 2017 88,273 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both bottom arm rear bush's worn

eml on dash

oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2016 179,127 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Slight play in rear ARB D bushes.

Pass 18 May 2015 153,417 miles

offside & nearside rear tyres getting low tread

Pass 1 May 2014 129,156 miles

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

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge and slightly age cracked

Fail 16 May 2013 106,033 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2013 106,033 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 82,061 miles

O/S Rear Tyre Deteriorated

Fail 14 May 2012 81,739 miles

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

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

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

O/S Rear Tyre Deteriorated

Pass 5 May 2011 56,793 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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KS08 UMG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 KS08 UMG, 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 KS08 UMG registered?

KS08 UMG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 21 May 2008.

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