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LS08 XTU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

197,060 mi
Last recorded197,060 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 XTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 197,060 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

corrosion on rear axle

Fail 3 Sep 2026 197,018 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

corrosion on rear axle

Pass 21 Jul 2025 172,246 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 162,692 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 151,189 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 141,358 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 132,034 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 120,215 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 114,186 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 109,643 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 106,228 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2017 106,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 103,513 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2016 103,513 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 100,386 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 97,556 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 84,028 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 63,585 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 47,121 miles

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

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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LS08 XTU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LS08 XTU, 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 LS08 XTU registered?

LS08 XTU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is LS08 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 XTU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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