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LD08 LRN

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

158,898 mi
Last recorded158,898 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 LRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 158,898 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 150,102 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Mar 2025 150,100 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Mar 2024 140,996 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 140,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 137,306 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 137,305 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST CORRODED

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 132,041 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder wearing close to legal limit - 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot cracking but no split visible (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot cracking but no split visible (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge "smoothing" on inner shoulder - 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 121,525 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Oil filter housing has slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 115,626 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 111,715 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low and bald on both edges

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low and perishing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and close to cords inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Fail 9 Jun 2017 111,715 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front tyre wearing low and bald on both edges

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low and perishing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and close to cords inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 27 May 2016 105,610 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 May 2015 98,658 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 79,065 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 May 2014 79,065 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 15 May 2013 61,442 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 15 May 2013 61,442 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 16 May 2012 46,489 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 40,957 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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LD08 LRN is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LD08 LRN, 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 LD08 LRN registered?

LD08 LRN is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is LD08 LRN safe to buy?

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