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N8 VSP

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

161,567 mi
Last recorded161,567 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 VSP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 161,567 miles

Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 159,036 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 152,571 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 151,176 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 141,091 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 127,761 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 120,303 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2019 120,303 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NSF + OSF (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 95,394 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 95,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2017 71,297 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 56,378 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 46,474 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 44,496 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 41,702 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 35,095 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 29,847 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 25,559 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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N8 VSP 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 88.9%.

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 N8 VSP, 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 N8 VSP registered?

N8 VSP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is N8 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 VSP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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