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PL57 UTC

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

153,126 mi
Last recorded153,126 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 UTC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 153,126 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/n and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Nov 2024 151,621 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2023 135,783 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 133,905 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 129,789 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 127,272 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2013 122,127 miles

brake discscs/worn

Fail 1 Jul 2013 122,127 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

brake discscs/worn

Pass 15 Jun 2012 107,160 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 82,356 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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PL57 UTC is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PL57 UTC, 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 PL57 UTC registered?

PL57 UTC is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is PL57 UTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 UTC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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