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SV08 WGF

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,059 mi
Last recorded143,059 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 WGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 143,059 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 135,449 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 127,739 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 127,739 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 111,350 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 85,245 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 85,240 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 74,284 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

complete exhaust system is corroded esp at rear

noises from suspect dual mass flywheel??

slight roughness at o/s rear wheelbearing

windscreen is also scratched quite badly with worn wiper blades

windscreen is chipped in zone b

Fail 7 May 2013 74,283 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

complete exhaust system is corroded esp at rear

n/s headlamp aim on low limit

noises from suspect dual mass flywheel??

o/s wiper worn

slight roughness at o/s rear wheelbearing

windscreen is chipped in zone b

Pass 4 May 2012 58,922 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 42,109 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 42,109 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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SV08 WGF is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV08 WGF, 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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SV08 WGF is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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