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LP08 RVK

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,251 mi
Last recorded124,251 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 RVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 124,251 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Third row ()

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test third row ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 121,962 miles

Engine under tray fitted to vehicle

Offside Rear brake is binding slightly

Pass 9 Mar 2019 117,820 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 9 Mar 2019 117,820 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 115,134 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 105,206 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 95,530 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 95,529 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush x 2 d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 85,444 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear wheels make a scraping noise when rotated

front brakes release a loud scraping noise when under pressure

offside front windscreen wiper poor

Fail 29 Jul 2015 85,444 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear wheels make a scraping noise when rotated

front brakes release a loud scraping noise when under pressure

offside front windscreen wiper poor

Pass 22 Jul 2014 75,949 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Jul 2014 75,902 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Spare tyre defective

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Jul 2013 66,698 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 66,698 miles

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)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 56,527 miles

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

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

front brake discs heavily lipped

rear brake discs heavily lipped

Fail 5 Aug 2011 44,689 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 44,689 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 18,060 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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LP08 RVK is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LP08 RVK, 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 LP08 RVK registered?

LP08 RVK is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is LP08 RVK safe to buy?

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