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MJ08 OLG

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

165,401 mi
Last recorded165,401 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 OLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 165,401 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 160,382 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2024 158,362 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 158,355 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 May 2023 153,093 miles

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 5 May 2022 143,716 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 140,324 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 132,342 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 127,699 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 123,310 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 123,308 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

offside sun visor insecure

Pass 10 Jun 2016 93,168 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 65,883 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 62,314 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2013 42,658 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 31,447 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 20,073 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 OLG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Orange 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 OLG, 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 OLG registered?

MJ08 OLG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 6 May 2008.

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