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MJ08 SSZ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

204,132 mi
Last recorded204,132 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 SSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 204,132 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2021 203,790 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 190,251 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 190,227 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed resting on handbrake cable (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 177,020 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 161,386 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 161,386 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 147,028 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 134,350 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 134,350 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 116,001 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 112,801 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 105,358 miles

nsf wiper smearing

os and ns steering rack gaiters cracking

Pass 21 May 2012 93,922 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 81,458 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 SSZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SSZ, 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 SSZ registered?

MJ08 SSZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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