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PF57 ZLX

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

178,502 mi
Last recorded178,502 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF57 ZLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 178,502 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Nearside and offside (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 178,502 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed Exhaust pipe broken at silencer (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Nearside and offside (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 165,159 miles

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 13 May 2022 165,159 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.70 LIMIT (8.2.2.2 (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))

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 159,268 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 150,491 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 139,895 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 139,689 miles

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

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))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 124,407 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 110,135 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 93,957 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 85,193 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 79,132 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 76,296 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2012 75,426 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 71,602 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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PF57 ZLX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PF57 ZLX, 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 PF57 ZLX registered?

PF57 ZLX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 10 January 2008.

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