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RK58 OFU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

206,815 mi
Last recorded206,815 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 OFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 206,815 miles

Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged both sides (3.3 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

clutch thrust bearing noisy

Fail 6 Jul 2026 206,814 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both tyres (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged both sides (3.3 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

clutch thrust bearing noisy

Pass 28 Mar 2025 196,392 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres + wheel alignment (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 196,391 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both shx (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres + wheel alignment (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 188,615 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring worn vehicle leaning (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded and weak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 188,615 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring worn vehicle leaning (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded and weak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 180,732 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 180,732 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 171,809 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 171,809 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 166,457 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 161,396 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 161,392 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 153,116 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 142,266 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 133,371 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 123,871 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 113,760 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 103,518 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 95,207 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 95,207 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 62,513 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 62,513 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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RK58 OFU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 RK58 OFU, 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 RK58 OFU registered?

RK58 OFU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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