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LX08 CYJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

192,127 mi
Last recorded192,127 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 CYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 192,127 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 181,014 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 164,998 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 148,488 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 148,488 miles

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

Nearside Rear light damage

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 148,206 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 148,206 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 144,722 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 144,722 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 106,929 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 103,967 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 100,319 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 96,712 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 84,832 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 60,121 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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LX08 CYJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LX08 CYJ, 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 LX08 CYJ registered?

LX08 CYJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is LX08 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 CYJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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