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PF08 BDU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

225,227 mi
Last recorded225,227 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 BDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 225,227 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 225,220 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 207,835 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 207,824 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 189,213 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 171,263 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 154,594 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 154,583 miles

Brake fluid contaminated black (1.8 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed also punctured (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside door mirror cracked

both front lower arm rear bushes splitting worn, play not yet excessive

Pass 6 Jun 2018 138,669 miles

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

Wipers smeary

Pass 24 May 2017 127,797 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 113,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge on base rubber (4.1.E.1)

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

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

exhaust system corroded and has slight blow

Pass 10 Jun 2015 93,837 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 78,381 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 64,130 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 64,125 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 May 2012 48,611 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 20,642 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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PF08 BDU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White 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 PF08 BDU, 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 PF08 BDU registered?

PF08 BDU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 May 2008.

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