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MJ58 FHV

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

177,571 mi
Last recorded177,571 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ58 FHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 177,571 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2025 176,381 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 167,861 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 159,883 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 159,067 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 149,179 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 138,619 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 123,888 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 123,850 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 114,290 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 113,907 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 105,116 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 69,438 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)

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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MJ58 FHV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MJ58 FHV, 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

How do I check the history of MJ58 FHV?

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What year was MJ58 FHV registered?

MJ58 FHV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 December 2008.

Is MJ58 FHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ58 FHV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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