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RJ08 NWG

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

204,487 mi
Last recorded204,487 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 204,487 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 195,578 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 193,286 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 186,052 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 180,550 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 172,348 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

offside rear tyre low tread

Pass 9 Aug 2019 164,492 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2018 156,380 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 145,052 miles

nearside rear tyre low tread

Pass 30 Jul 2016 136,821 miles

nearside rear tyre worn low on inner edge of tread

Pass 18 Aug 2015 126,233 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 126,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 114,062 miles

slight wear evident offside rear anti-roll bar mounting bush

Pass 19 Aug 2013 100,378 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges of tread

windscreen damaged

Pass 8 Aug 2012 88,386 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 75,019 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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RJ08 NWG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RJ08 NWG, 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.

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What year was RJ08 NWG registered?

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

Is RJ08 NWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ08 NWG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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