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RA08 VKW

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,558 mi
Last recorded184,558 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 184,558 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 148,034 miles

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

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

exhaust rusty but not blowing

Pass 27 Aug 2014 115,330 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 115,321 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 87,052 miles

rear brake discs worn

Fail 28 Aug 2013 87,052 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake discs worn

Pass 23 Aug 2012 58,064 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 40,824 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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RA08 VKW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VKW, 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 RA08 VKW registered?

RA08 VKW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is RA08 VKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 VKW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RA08 VKW have outstanding finance?

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