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MJ08 DHK

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

207,145 mi
Last recorded207,145 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 207,145 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2025 199,355 miles

Rear Outer Exhaust silencer slightly loose OUTER SHIELD COME AWAY BUT NOT LEAKING GASES (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 199,273 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess CABLE NOT FULLY SITTING IN OFFSIDE REAR CYLINDER (1.1.15 (a))

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

Rear Outer Exhaust silencer slightly loose OUTER SHIELD COME AWAY BUT NOT LEAKING GASES (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 191,653 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective CLAMP RUSTTED AND CRACKED BUT NOT LEAKING GASES (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose REAR BOX OUTER SHIELD COME AWAY BUT NOT LEAKING GASES (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 185,012 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 184,114 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust is corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2022 184,114 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

exhaust is corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2021 182,845 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 182,845 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 173,254 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 160,442 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 151,525 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 151,525 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 132,178 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 119,510 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 119,510 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 102,776 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 87,546 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 77,970 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 77,970 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

coolant leak from pipe

Fail 12 Apr 2011 58,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 58,789 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 DHK is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DHK, 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 DHK registered?

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

Is MJ08 DHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 DHK shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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