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MJ08 OKU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

221,426 mi
Last recorded221,426 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 221,426 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 220,001 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 217,344 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 217,343 miles

Exhaust system insecure Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 215,082 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 210,502 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Aug 2017 205,525 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 190,010 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides at front and rear (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust back box outer skin worn

Fail 3 Aug 2016 190,010 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides at front and rear (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust back box outer skin worn

Pass 1 Aug 2015 172,759 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 151,452 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 109,331 miles

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

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

front windscreen has damage does not affect drivers view

Pass 28 Jun 2012 58,932 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 26,958 miles

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

slight corrosion on front discs

slight corrosion on rear discs

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 OKU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver 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 MJ08 OKU, 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 MJ08 OKU registered?

MJ08 OKU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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