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VE08 KFX

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

169,221 mi
Last recorded169,221 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 KFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 169,221 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jan 2026 169,221 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 167,268 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2025 167,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 165,376 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2022 159,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 158,081 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 9 May 2019 153,465 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 131,520 miles

Front both front tyres are perished in tread area

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately end knob missing from hand brake mechanism however holds and locks when tapped (3.1.8)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 130,354 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres perished

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2017 103,333 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 103,203 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively 28% imbalance (3.7.B.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 103,201 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively 28% imbalance (3.7.B.3)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 95,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

body damage n/s frt

frt tyres inneredges worn

oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2015 95,486 miles

body damage n/s frt

frt tyres inneredges worn

oil leak

Fail 29 Aug 2014 87,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

o/s frt tyre low tread

rear exhaust rusting

slight damage to frt panel

Pass 29 Aug 2014 87,311 miles

o/s frt tyre low tread

rear exhaust rusting

slight damage to frt panel

Pass 6 Aug 2013 72,439 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 53,364 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2011 42,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

passenger mirror missing

Pass 17 Jun 2011 42,271 miles

passenger mirror 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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VE08 KFX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VE08 KFX, 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 VE08 KFX registered?

VE08 KFX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is VE08 KFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 KFX shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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