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OV58 XJX

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

178,072 mi
Last recorded178,072 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 XJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 178,072 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 158,696 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))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 158,696 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 148,347 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 143,657 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 138,929 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 138,807 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 124,248 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2018 124,248 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 112,092 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 112,092 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 102,294 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 96,409 miles

engin has coolant leak

Pass 6 Mar 2015 84,658 miles

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

emission to clean to print results

wear and corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 10 Mar 2014 72,597 miles

emission to clean unable to print

wear and corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 8 Mar 2013 58,020 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 36,341 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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OV58 XJX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OV58 XJX, 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 OV58 XJX registered?

OV58 XJX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 December 2008.

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The MOT history for OV58 XJX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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