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RV08 YSJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

160,029 mi
Last recorded160,029 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 YSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 160,029 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 156,520 miles

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 156,520 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leak

Rear Heat shield loose

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Slight knock at front noticed

Pass 6 Sep 2024 153,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise to replace soon (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise to replace soon (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 150,694 miles

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 144,685 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Washer jets weak but clearing screen

Fail 23 Sep 2022 144,489 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Spare tyre cracked to cord

Washer jets weak but clearing screen

Pass 13 Sep 2021 136,904 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 127,687 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2020 127,474 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge illegal, STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge illegal , STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

Oil low

Washers pressure seems low

Pass 5 Oct 2019 117,144 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 105,613 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 105,613 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 98,594 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 97,563 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 93,340 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 82,580 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 78,695 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 71,833 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 60,820 miles

near side rear tyre cuts in tread

Fail 1 Mar 2012 60,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

near side rear tyre cuts in tread

Pass 28 Feb 2011 44,425 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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RV08 YSJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 RV08 YSJ, 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 RV08 YSJ registered?

RV08 YSJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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