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NG08 YMS

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

194,475 mi
Last recorded194,475 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG08 YMS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 194,475 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 194,222 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 193,585 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 192,481 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside inner CV gaiter perished

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

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer pipe leaking and spraying between gap in bonnet

Fail 20 Mar 2023 192,474 miles

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

Central Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside inner CV gaiter perished

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

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer pipe leaking and spraying between gap in bonnet

Pass 2 Mar 2022 191,625 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 191,625 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 189,783 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 189,783 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 187,348 miles

advise exhaust system rusty

Pass 4 Mar 2019 183,943 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 176,252 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 174,589 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 160,065 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 160,065 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 141,592 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 120,644 miles

Advise on o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Fail 2 Aug 2012 95,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 95,434 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 92,238 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

slight oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2011 59,457 miles

rear 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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NG08 YMS is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NG08 YMS, 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 NG08 YMS registered?

NG08 YMS is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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