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MF08 YHC

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

206,034 mi
Last recorded206,034 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 YHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 206,034 miles

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

o/s outer cv boot slighty split

Pass 3 Sep 2025 204,953 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2025 204,949 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 202,537 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 202,537 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 197,515 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 21 Apr 2023 197,514 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 187,469 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 172,527 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 150,282 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 128,465 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 104,056 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust box poor condition

Pass 14 Feb 2017 80,158 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 73,882 miles

o/s/f tyre valve perished

Pass 9 Mar 2015 69,726 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 64,954 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 59,749 miles

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

wiper blades slightly smeary

Pass 24 Feb 2012 49,744 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 39,301 miles

wiper blades smeary

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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MF08 YHC is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White 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 MF08 YHC, 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 MF08 YHC registered?

MF08 YHC is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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