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P5 PCJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

232,818 mi
Last recorded232,818 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 PCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 232,818 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 229,561 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 224,649 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 220,791 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 214,662 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 204,314 miles

Nearside outer sill damaged

Pass 6 Dec 2019 196,694 miles

nearside sill has damage

Pass 4 Dec 2018 187,498 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 168,481 miles

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

nearside rear shocker cover corroed

Pass 6 Dec 2016 140,862 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 118,187 miles

NO DIESEL PRINT OUT WONT REV

Pass 23 Dec 2014 102,116 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 83,353 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 64,255 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 46,599 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 46,599 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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P5 PCJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P5 PCJ, 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 P5 PCJ registered?

P5 PCJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 December 2008.

Is P5 PCJ safe to buy?

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