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PL08 NVV

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

99,388 mi
Last recorded99,388 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 99,388 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 80,839 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 79,578 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 78,301 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 75,803 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 72,144 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 72,138 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 67,908 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 63,369 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 58,550 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 55,040 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 50,834 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 46,318 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 41,221 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 36,782 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 36,568 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 NVV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 NVV, 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 NVV registered?

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

Is PL08 NVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 NVV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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