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VF57 BXA

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

154,829 mi
Last recorded154,829 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 BXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 154,829 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 154,829 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 146,926 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 141,583 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 140,381 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 135,264 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 128,580 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Feb 2021 128,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 122,644 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 114,222 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front suspension arm rear bushes worn/deteriorating

Fail 29 Jan 2019 114,222 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front suspension arm rear bushes worn/deteriorating

Pass 25 Jan 2018 107,488 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2018 107,488 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 98,970 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 98,970 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 96,632 miles

Nearside & Offside front tyres worn

Pass 5 Feb 2015 89,774 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 89,774 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 78,398 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 66,275 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 52,835 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 33,427 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/f tyre outer edge

o/s/f tyre inner edge

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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VF57 BXA is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VF57 BXA, 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 VF57 BXA registered?

VF57 BXA is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is VF57 BXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF57 BXA shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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