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VA08 MXP

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

296,517 mi
Last recorded296,517 miles
Recorded on30 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 MXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2020 296,517 miles

rear exhaust box deterated

Fail 29 May 2020 296,508 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 275,267 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Aug 2018 275,264 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 1.3 (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 240,425 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2016 207,431 miles

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

Nearside Outer 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)

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2015 175,184 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 138,871 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 Aug 2013 102,016 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 69,070 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,263 miles

n/s rear tyre worn slightly uneven on inside

o/s rear tyre worn slightly more on outside

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 MXP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MXP, 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 MXP registered?

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

Is VA08 MXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 MXP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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