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RE08 PXU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

129,050 mi
Last recorded129,050 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 PXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 129,050 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 129,050 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 125,175 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 125,175 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 119,569 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 119,568 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 99,941 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 63,812 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 29 Apr 2013 63,812 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 May 2012 46,311 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 46,311 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 May 2011 32,844 miles

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

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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RE08 PXU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 RE08 PXU, 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

How do I check the history of RE08 PXU?

You can check the full history of RE08 PXU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RE08 PXU registered?

RE08 PXU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is RE08 PXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 PXU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE08 PXU have outstanding finance?

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