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PJ58 EJU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

177,933 mi
Last recorded177,933 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ58 EJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2022 177,933 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2021 170,861 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 170,861 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2020 167,689 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 167,689 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 153,790 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 148,784 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 142,876 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 142,876 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 135,385 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 132,811 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 124,586 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 116,016 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 110,977 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 EJU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 EJU, 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 EJU registered?

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

Is PJ58 EJU safe to buy?

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