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PJ08 LVR

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

206,007 mi
Last recorded206,007 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 LVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 206,007 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING THIN

MINOR ENGINE OIL LEAK

Nearside Front SUSPENSION ARM BUSH SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Front SUSPENSION ARM BUSH SLIGHT PLAY

Rear REAR SUB FRAME SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION

Pass 21 Feb 2025 203,512 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 199,626 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 199,414 miles

Front Sound deadening material insecure under bonnet on bulkhead lying on top of engine (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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))

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 17 Feb 2023 190,807 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 182,058 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Coolant leak on engine ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view along the bottom of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 172,408 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2021 172,408 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 166,435 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 159,773 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked across the bottom out of view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 153,779 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 153,779 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not spraying onto windscreen (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 148,033 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 142,711 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 137,246 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 130,106 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 124,094 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 120,237 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 119,885 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Oil on minimum mark.

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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PJ08 LVR is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PJ08 LVR, 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 PJ08 LVR registered?

PJ08 LVR is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is PJ08 LVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 LVR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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