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VK08 CVV

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,013 mi
Last recorded97,013 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 CVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 97,013 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 96,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear silencer corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2024 96,021 miles

Nearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury headlamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2023 95,713 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 95,466 miles

all 4 brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2021 95,448 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 95,002 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 94,937 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 94,014 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 94,104 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 92,100 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 92,100 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 85,620 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Jun 2015 78,973 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 74,175 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2013 64,005 miles

Nearside Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside headlamp top bracket broken but lamp sercure with bonnet closed

Pass 29 Jun 2013 64,005 miles

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

nearside headlamp top bracket broken but lamp sercure with bonnet closed

Pass 18 May 2012 43,588 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 43,578 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall but not deep enough to expose cords

Pass 22 Jan 2011 35,917 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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VK08 CVV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VK08 CVV, 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 VK08 CVV registered?

VK08 CVV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is VK08 CVV safe to buy?

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