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MT08 LGW

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,570 mi
Last recorded108,570 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 108,570 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 108,570 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 108,436 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2024 108,431 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 105,487 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 105,447 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 103,428 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 101,444 miles

rear exhaust box rusty but not holed

spare wheel tyre perished

Pass 13 Jun 2019 100,568 miles

Offside Rear outer rear exhaust box delaminating

Pass 11 Jun 2018 99,104 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 96,830 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 94,517 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 94,517 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 91,561 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 89,380 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 86,267 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 67,408 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 46,928 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 LGW 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 77.8%.

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 LGW, 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 MT08 LGW registered?

MT08 LGW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is MT08 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 LGW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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