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SW08 KXJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

159,892 mi
Last recorded159,892 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 KXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 159,892 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2025 156,395 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 150,181 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 142,701 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 141,142 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 127,607 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 118,409 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 115,345 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2019 115,337 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 109,630 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2017 103,495 miles

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

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

rear silencer outer skin corroding

Fail 12 Aug 2017 103,495 miles

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

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

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

rear silencer outer skin corroding

Pass 13 Aug 2016 96,930 miles

exhaust rear box outer skin corroding

Pass 6 Aug 2015 70,911 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear exhaust box rusting through

Fail 6 Aug 2015 70,911 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear exhaust box rusting through

Pass 14 Aug 2014 84,855 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 76,286 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 66,800 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 50,632 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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SW08 KXJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SW08 KXJ, 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 SW08 KXJ registered?

SW08 KXJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is SW08 KXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 KXJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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