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SL58 ZYA

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

288,837 mi
Last recorded288,837 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL58 ZYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 288,837 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 283,902 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 277,776 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 269,584 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 269,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 260,614 miles

Offside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 260,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 256,183 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 249,686 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 239,717 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear shock absorber upper outer shroud deteriorated

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 226,112 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 201,012 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 200,984 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 180,160 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 180,160 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 155,244 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 154,876 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 130,199 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 105,242 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 78,019 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 ZYA is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZYA, 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 SL58 ZYA registered?

SL58 ZYA is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 3 December 2008.

Is SL58 ZYA safe to buy?

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