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PJ08 ZHO

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

111,357 mi
Last recorded111,357 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 ZHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 111,357 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s/f o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/r o/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 108,255 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s/r o/s/f (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 108,255 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s/r o/s/f (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 101,990 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 101,990 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s/f o/s/f (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 100,166 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front suspension arms corroded also rear bush's worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front and both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 6 Mar 2023 100,141 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front suspension arms corroded also rear bush's worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front and both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2022 98,916 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 98,916 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust broken (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle and centre section broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 94,922 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases ALSO WHOLE SYSTEM CORRODED (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive AXLE + GENERAL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 94,922 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases ALSO WHOLE SYSTEM CORRODED (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive AXLE + GENERAL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 87,268 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 87,268 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 79,147 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 73,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Also, slight binding from this brake (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 66,229 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 58,440 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 58,079 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 51,048 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 41,600 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 34,398 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 34,398 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

N/S/R Bump stop missing

Pass 7 Apr 2011 28,534 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 ZHO is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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

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