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PJ58 DNV

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

175,198 mi
Last recorded175,198 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ58 DNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 175,198 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Nearside Rear sliding door defective

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 1 May 2025 175,195 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition silencer missing (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

temporary fuel cap fitted

Coolant leak radiator ()

Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear sliding door defective

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 148,337 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Sliding door inoperative

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2024 148,334 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 92w XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Brake also hanging on slightly (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Sliding door inoperative

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 122,840 miles

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

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

Fail 3 May 2023 122,840 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front tyre split on inner side wall

Pass 9 Mar 2022 104,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2022 104,453 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 101,389 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 93,948 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 93,948 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2019 90,402 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2019 90,402 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2018 87,284 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2017 79,830 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 69,380 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front, particularly inner shoulders (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2015 57,822 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 46,509 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 40,726 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 32,784 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 26,325 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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PJ58 DNV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PJ58 DNV, 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 PJ58 DNV registered?

PJ58 DNV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 December 2008.

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