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S70 GBS

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

189,862 mi
Last recorded189,862 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS70 GBS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 189,862 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 182,096 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 179,365 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 169,726 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 162,425 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 158,590 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2020 158,590 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 154,352 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 144,836 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 134,560 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 124,476 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 113,606 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 99,538 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 88,857 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 75,343 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 61,300 miles

Fuel cooler damaged, but not leaking

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

offside lower radiator mounting missimg

Pass 28 Feb 2011 56,282 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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S70 GBS is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S70 GBS, 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 S70 GBS registered?

S70 GBS is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is S70 GBS safe to buy?

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