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PL08 NVU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

172,224 mi
Last recorded172,224 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 172,224 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near rear suspension (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 167,257 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin heavily corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2023 162,054 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 154,813 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack and chip, neither affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2022 154,805 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Inner pad, not mounted on bottom in recess. (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack and chip, neither affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 147,548 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

rear exhaust back box shrouding loose

Pass 11 Nov 2020 140,457 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 140,444 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2019 132,381 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension spring has movement within the upper attachment

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 122,791 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 115,659 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 115,659 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 110,290 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 110,290 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 104,270 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 98,234 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 94,951 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 93,422 miles

Air Bag Light on

Pass 22 Jun 2011 92,845 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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 NVU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 NVU, 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 PL08 NVU registered?

PL08 NVU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is PL08 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 NVU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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