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RF08 OYJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

255,123 mi
Last recorded255,123 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 OYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 255,123 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 251,870 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 251,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 250,665 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 246,076 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 221,213 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 221,213 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 194,770 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Fail 12 Jun 2017 194,770 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 22 Jun 2016 183,659 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases E,G,R cooler (7.1.2)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

rear suspension on bump stops due to vehicle being loaded

Fail 16 Jun 2016 183,423 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases E,G,R cooler (7.1.2)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

rear suspension on bump stops due to vehicle being loaded

Pass 3 Jun 2015 165,363 miles

hand brake release button missing.

rear suspension has very little clearance with bump stops.

Fail 27 May 2015 165,363 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

hand brake release button missing.

rear suspension has very little clearance with bump stops.

Pass 25 Jun 2014 143,481 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

hand brake lever release button missing.

Pass 17 Jun 2013 124,071 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

oil leaks from engine

Fail 17 Jun 2013 124,071 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nail in offside rear tyre

oil leaks from engine

Pass 21 Jun 2012 100,833 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 71,466 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 71,466 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake pads 75 % worn

Front tyres close to legal limit

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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RF08 OYJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 RF08 OYJ, 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 RF08 OYJ registered?

RF08 OYJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is RF08 OYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 OYJ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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