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SY58 NFR

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

118,037 mi
Last recorded118,037 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 NFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 118,037 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2025 118,037 miles

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Spare wheel likely to become detached (6.1.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 107,540 miles

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

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

Rear Heatshield at fuel tank loose

Pass 13 Oct 2023 101,063 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheels and tyres not original

oil leak

Fail 6 Oct 2023 100,985 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheels and tyres not original

oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2022 95,139 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 89,222 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 84,340 miles

oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2019 78,207 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 70,869 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 64,550 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 56,675 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 48,461 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 39,881 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 31,421 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 25,755 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 21,592 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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SY58 NFR is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SY58 NFR, 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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What year was SY58 NFR registered?

SY58 NFR is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is SY58 NFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY58 NFR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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