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VA08 GCX

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,032 mi
Last recorded126,032 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 126,032 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (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 has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 125,969 miles

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 28 Jun 2024 125,969 miles

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Jun 2023 125,804 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2023 125,804 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 125,619 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 124,698 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2020 124,540 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2020 124,540 miles

Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2019 123,243 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 122,586 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 122,586 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 117,726 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 114,006 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 104,791 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 93,382 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 79,865 miles

vehicle over heating light coming on

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 GCX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VA08 GCX, 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 VA08 GCX registered?

VA08 GCX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is VA08 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 GCX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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