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MJ58 XUP

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

181,224 mi
Last recorded181,224 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 181,224 miles

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

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

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 6 May 2026 181,172 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Spare wheel likely to become detached (6.1.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 21 May 2025 177,356 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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))

Fail 20 May 2025 177,356 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear 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))

Pass 22 May 2024 173,255 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2024 173,235 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 165,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 May 2022 151,274 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 151,273 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2020 148,174 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Outer shock absorber casings corroded

Rear Outer silencer skin corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 148,174 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm wire visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Outer shock absorber casings corroded

Rear Outer silencer skin corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 131,286 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear exhaust tail box deteriorating

Fail 12 Jun 2019 131,286 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear exhaust tail box deteriorating

Pass 1 Jun 2018 118,751 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 111,665 miles

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Fail 16 May 2017 111,665 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both. (1.8)

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 102,720 miles

both front tyres are worn on inner edge

covers and trays fitted

front brake discs worn

slight play n/s/f drop link

Pass 1 Jun 2015 90,417 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 79,026 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 79,026 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 63,988 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 58,382 miles

advise front brake discs worn advise n/s/r tyre worn on edges

Pass 9 Dec 2011 42,287 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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MJ58 XUP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 XUP, 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 MJ58 XUP registered?

MJ58 XUP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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