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SA08 FYG

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

99,526 mi
Last recorded99,526 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA08 FYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 99,526 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 97,753 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 96,889 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 91,969 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 86,256 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 83,522 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 79,489 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 77,777 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 73,757 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 73,757 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 68,679 miles

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 8 Mar 2018 68,679 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 24 Feb 2017 61,888 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 61,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 57,549 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 54,027 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 47,127 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 40,713 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 32,174 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 26,022 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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SA08 FYG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SA08 FYG, 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 SA08 FYG registered?

SA08 FYG is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is SA08 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA08 FYG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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