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MJ08 AXT

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

145,862 mi
Last recorded145,862 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 AXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 145,862 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 136,889 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 130,723 miles

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 19 Apr 2022 129,090 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 122,844 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 115,070 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 108,698 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 102,196 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 94,386 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 94,385 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 86,864 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 80,724 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust deteriated

Fail 8 Aug 2015 80,724 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 9 Aug 2014 69,181 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 60,067 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 47,961 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 34,543 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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MJ08 AXT is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MJ08 AXT, 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 MJ08 AXT registered?

MJ08 AXT is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is MJ08 AXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 AXT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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