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VF57 FMD

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

132,464 mi
Last recorded132,464 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 FMD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 132,464 miles

Coolant leak ()

Different size tyres fitted on front to rear axle

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 ()

Pass 17 Mar 2017 123,199 miles

Different size tyres fitted on front to rear axle

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 106,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

different size tyres fitted on front to rear axle

Pass 16 Mar 2015 90,414 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 90,414 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 82,073 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 70,397 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 70,397 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 61,711 miles

light warning light on

Fail 13 Feb 2012 61,711 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 39,787 miles

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 FMD 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 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 FMD, 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 FMD registered?

VF57 FMD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is VF57 FMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF57 FMD shows 11 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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