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RJ08 NVX

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

198,549 mi
Last recorded198,549 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 NVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 198,549 miles

Bottom engine mount rubber starting to deteriorate

Fail 27 Jun 2018 198,518 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bottom engine mount rubber starting to deteriorate

Pass 18 May 2017 185,731 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 174,567 miles

oil leak

Fail 18 May 2016 174,567 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 161,073 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 29 May 2015 160,981 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2014 143,702 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 128,392 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 114,113 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 83,346 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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RJ08 NVX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RJ08 NVX, 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 RJ08 NVX registered?

RJ08 NVX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is RJ08 NVX safe to buy?

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