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SY57 YKW

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

191,358 mi
Last recorded191,358 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY57 YKW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 191,358 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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rear & central heat shields loose

Pass 31 Jan 2023 181,226 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shields loose

Fail 31 Jan 2023 181,226 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shields loose

Pass 27 Jan 2022 172,946 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes perished and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 166,216 miles

slight corrosion over parts of underbody

Pass 28 Jan 2020 159,624 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 151,009 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 143,917 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 135,811 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 128,137 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 128,137 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 121,033 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 100,959 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 94,188 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 77,034 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 60,431 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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SY57 YKW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SY57 YKW, 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 SY57 YKW registered?

SY57 YKW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 February 2008.

Is SY57 YKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY57 YKW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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