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RA08 YGC

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,695 mi
Last recorded157,695 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 YGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 157,695 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

headlamp bulbs yellow

rear brake pads appear low and discs corroded and worn unable to inspect fully

rear shock absorber dust covers corroded

spare wheel carrier damaged

Fail 2 May 2019 157,693 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

headlamp bulbs yellow

rear brake pads appear low and discs corroded and worn unable to inspect fully

rear shock absorber dust covers corroded

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

spare wheel carrier damaged

Pass 6 Apr 2018 153,927 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 153,927 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 137,703 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 31 Mar 2016 128,032 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 117,930 miles

emissions too clean to obtain a reading

Pass 8 Aug 2014 114,528 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 106,099 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 99,593 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 91,562 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 YGC is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RA08 YGC, 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 YGC registered?

RA08 YGC is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is RA08 YGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 YGC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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