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MD08 LJY

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,360 mi
Last recorded71,360 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD08 LJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 71,360 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective o/s/f & n/s/f (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 70,065 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective o/s/f & n/s/f (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 68,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 67,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Jan 2020 67,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 66,693 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 66,693 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 65,479 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 64,412 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 63,555 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 62,331 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 60,219 miles

o/s rear tyre is worn very close to legal limit

Pass 20 Dec 2012 57,918 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 43,903 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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MD08 LJY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MD08 LJY, 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 MD08 LJY registered?

MD08 LJY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is MD08 LJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD08 LJY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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