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LG58 YRC

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

201,752 mi
Last recorded201,752 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 YRC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 27 Oct 2022 201,752 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 180,601 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 137,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 124,434 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 124,434 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 112,999 miles

Nearside Front Lower nsf tyre has cut in thread /also slight wear on inner

Fail 11 Aug 2017 112,749 miles

Offside Front Lower Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault drivers airbag system indicates there is a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Lower nsf tyre has cut in thread /also slight wear on inner

Pass 28 Jul 2016 100,519 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 22 Jul 2016 100,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Front Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)

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

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

Nearside Headlight aim low only just meets requirements.

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Jul 2015 87,270 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2014 76,437 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 76,434 miles

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

Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 64,376 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2012 52,767 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 52,767 miles

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

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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

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

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Drivers sun visor insecure

Pass 22 Sep 2011 40,474 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 16 Sep 2011 40,474 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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LG58 YRC is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 LG58 YRC, 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 LG58 YRC registered?

LG58 YRC is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 October 2008.

Is LG58 YRC safe to buy?

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