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SL58 ZYB

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,749 mi
Last recorded161,749 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 161,749 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2025 159,123 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 155,037 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 150,378 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))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 146,500 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 146,500 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 142,269 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 138,295 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 134,197 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 128,538 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 123,031 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d rubber (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Oct 2017 123,017 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d rubber (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 116,339 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 110,215 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 110,215 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 104,018 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 95,956 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 73,304 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 55,215 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 55,211 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 ZYB 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 80%.

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 ZYB, 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 ZYB registered?

SL58 ZYB is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is SL58 ZYB safe to buy?

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