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SL58 VWT

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,201 mi
Last recorded158,201 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL58 VWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 158,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 157,803 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 156,568 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 152,557 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 151,316 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 147,318 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Sep 2019 147,190 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

non standard exhaust fitted/modified

Pass 10 Sep 2018 139,084 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged 3rd row (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear leaf spring bump stop in between the leaves missing

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged 3rd row (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 14 Sep 2017 120,341 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 118,745 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 12% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 14 Sep 2016 118,745 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 12% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 107,477 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 107,475 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 98,051 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 93,827 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 91,908 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 72,971 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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SL58 VWT is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SL58 VWT, 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 SL58 VWT registered?

SL58 VWT is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 24 October 2008.

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