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TU52 NED

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

170,437 mi
Last recorded170,437 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTU52 NED
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 170,437 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 168,267 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 168,267 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 165,004 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 162,294 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 162,294 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 159,268 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 155,675 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 151,021 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 144,612 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2017 131,046 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 128,884 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear tyre has small splits on inner sidewall

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 111,912 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 97,687 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 76,305 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nsf shocker damp

Pass 9 Dec 2011 52,944 miles

battery bracket missing

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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TU52 NED 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 TU52 NED, 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 TU52 NED registered?

TU52 NED is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 17 December 2008.

Is TU52 NED safe to buy?

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