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MT08 ABZ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,876 mi
Last recorded96,876 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 ABZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 96,876 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 94,913 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 93,165 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 93,160 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 91,653 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 89,971 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 86,626 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 83,879 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 81,839 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 77,172 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 73,393 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 70,253 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 70,253 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 66,201 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 60,958 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 60,958 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 49,162 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 34,806 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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MT08 ABZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 MT08 ABZ, 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

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What year was MT08 ABZ registered?

MT08 ABZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is MT08 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 ABZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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