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VA08 EZJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

133,706 mi
Last recorded133,706 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 EZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 133,706 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 127,890 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 121,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2018 121,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 111,629 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 111,626 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 92,409 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 92,409 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 79,222 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 69,165 miles

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 13 Jul 2013 58,110 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 46,938 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 35,194 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 34,914 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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VA08 EZJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VA08 EZJ, 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 VA08 EZJ registered?

VA08 EZJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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