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VA57 YCD

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

168,258 mi
Last recorded168,258 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA57 YCD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 168,258 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 164,245 miles
Fail 6 May 2020 164,245 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 163,186 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 157,086 miles

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

Rear exhaust backbox corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2018 151,269 miles

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

Oil leak ()

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

Rear exhaust backbox corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2017 146,572 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)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 141,813 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 141,813 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 133,986 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Feb 2015 133,986 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2014 122,850 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 116,033 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 116,033 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 108,694 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight oil leek

Pass 19 Feb 2011 84,344 miles

Oil leak

overweight

Fail 19 Feb 2011 84,344 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

overweight

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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VA57 YCD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VA57 YCD, 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 VA57 YCD registered?

VA57 YCD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is VA57 YCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA57 YCD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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