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NM08 UPG

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

111,159 mi
Last recorded111,159 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 UPG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 111,159 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 109,789 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 108,084 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 106,291 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 106,291 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 103,793 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 99,743 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 95,597 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 89,948 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower- rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 84,550 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH AT 3MM (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear MINOR CHIP IN WINDSCREEN

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 72,461 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 59,493 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 59,493 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 39,610 miles

front discs scored/corroded

rear discs scored/ corroded

slight play in o/s/f inner steering arm

Pass 20 Nov 2013 24,664 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 4,303 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 2,645 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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NM08 UPG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NM08 UPG, 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 NM08 UPG registered?

NM08 UPG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is NM08 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM08 UPG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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