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MT08 UTS

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

226,646 mi
Last recorded226,646 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 UTS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 226,646 miles

both front shockabsorbers shows signs of leaking

engine oil leak

exhaust smokes on acceleration

n/s/f tyre worn on inner shoulder & getting close to limit

when presented for test,no oil on dipstick

Fail 18 Aug 2017 226,644 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

both front shockabsorbers shows signs of leaking

engine oil leak

exhaust smokes on acceleration

n/s/f tyre worn on inner shoulder & getting close to limit

when presented for test,no oil on dipstick

Pass 9 Jun 2016 207,873 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2016 207,866 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 191,838 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

exhaust emits blue smoke on acceleration,but not considered excessive.

rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 11 May 2015 190,927 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Emits blue smoke on accelaration, not excessive

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear section of exhaust deteriorating

Pass 26 Sep 2014 190,230 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

Fail 25 Sep 2014 190,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

Fail 11 Sep 2014 190,209 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Front bumper insecure

NSF wheel arch lining insecure

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 180,449 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2012 148,383 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Jul 2012 148,383 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jul 2011 104,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f n/s/f and o/s/r tyres on 3mm

Pass 28 Jul 2011 104,889 miles

o/s/f n/s/f and o/s/r tyres on 3mm

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 UTS is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MT08 UTS, 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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MT08 UTS is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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