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RA08 GKF

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

260,574 mi
Last recorded260,574 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 GKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 260,574 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 257,091 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 245,894 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 232,230 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both corroded (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 205,952 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 205,952 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 192,014 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 176,426 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2019 176,426 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 170,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 147,703 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 115,126 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 114,295 miles

hand brake lever button taped

n/s front c.v boot weaping

Pass 1 Aug 2015 99,492 miles

n/s front c.v boot weaping

Pass 5 Aug 2014 86,703 miles

n/s rear tyre wearing on edges

o/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge and near limit

slight weap from n/s front c.v boot

Pass 8 Aug 2013 70,014 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 63,312 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 47,369 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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RA08 GKF is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RA08 GKF, 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 RA08 GKF registered?

RA08 GKF is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 22 July 2008.

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