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PJ08 ZGB

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

314,524 mi
Last recorded314,524 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 314,524 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 303,547 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 291,655 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 278,618 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 278,618 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 268,801 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 268,801 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 249,634 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2018 229,219 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 207,471 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 186,067 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 164,646 miles

n/s outer cv joint gaiter has a slight leak.

Pass 20 May 2014 148,771 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 May 2014 148,579 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

rear brake discs (inner) are badly corroded and pitted

Pass 5 Jun 2013 131,481 miles

both rear tyres stepping and cracking 195/65/15tr

n/s/f tyre on centre 1.6mm 195/65/15hr

o/s/f tyre on centre 2.0mm 195/65/15hr

slight play on steering colune bush

stone chip front screen

Pass 17 Apr 2012 125,357 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 125,357 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 118,241 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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PJ08 ZGB is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PJ08 ZGB, 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 PJ08 ZGB registered?

PJ08 ZGB is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is PJ08 ZGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 ZGB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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