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MT08 MZY

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

175,373 mi
Last recorded175,373 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 MZY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 175,373 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 169,857 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 164,626 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 164,625 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 156,062 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 141,555 miles

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

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

Fail 14 May 2018 141,552 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 23 Dec 2015 135,181 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 120,445 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 109,894 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 98,389 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 72,477 miles

advise rear brake pads low

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 MZY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MZY, 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 MZY registered?

MT08 MZY is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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