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PL08 OAX

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

176,909 mi
Last recorded176,909 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 OAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2016 176,909 miles

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

Offside rear tyre badly perished

Fail 21 Nov 2014 158,197 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 158,197 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 142,564 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 129,793 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 116,574 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 116,574 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 OAX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 PL08 OAX, 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 OAX registered?

PL08 OAX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is PL08 OAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 OAX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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