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ML08 EJG

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

161,818 mi
Last recorded161,818 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 EJG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 161,818 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 155,065 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 155,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 146,835 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 146,785 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt installation load spreading washer(s) missing from anchorage (10.1 (n))

Pass 14 Apr 2017 137,490 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 137,490 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 131,328 miles

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2015 120,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 109,512 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 101,288 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 83,045 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 60,676 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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ML08 EJG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ML08 EJG, 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 ML08 EJG registered?

ML08 EJG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is ML08 EJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 EJG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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