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PL08 HHZ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

290,603 mi
Last recorded290,603 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 HHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 290,603 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fuel tank strap corroded.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.29mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.10mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres worn smooth inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 282,990 miles

Central fuel tank strap corroded

Central hand brake button damaged

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output hazed (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front new spring fitted,non standard

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted slight rim damage (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm,edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front new spring fitted non standard

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

rear axle corroded

Fail 18 Mar 2025 282,989 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Central fuel tank strap corroded

Central hand brake button damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front new spring fitted,non standard

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted slight rim damage (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm,edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front new spring fitted non standard

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2023 269,076 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 269,076 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 254,200 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 241,963 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2021 241,948 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 234,096 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 214,868 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 214,868 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 202,113 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 186,776 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 173,284 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 173,284 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 162,213 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 149,071 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 146,806 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 144,272 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 126,979 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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PL08 HHZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PL08 HHZ, 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 PL08 HHZ registered?

PL08 HHZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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