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VK08 HVR

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

68,373 mi
Last recorded68,373 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 HVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 68,373 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 66,064 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 63,971 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 62,333 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 62,332 miles

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

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 60,525 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 57,837 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2019 56,127 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2019 56,093 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 53,403 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm 195/65/15 91T KUMHO (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Nov 2018 53,403 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine 1.71m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm 195/65/15 91T KUMHO (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 49,203 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 46,366 miles

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

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Fail 5 Apr 2016 46,366 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases unable todo emissions test (7.1.2)

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

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,959 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 38,472 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 32,968 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 27,483 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 20,714 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)

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 HVR is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HVR, 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

How do I check the history of VK08 HVR?

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What year was VK08 HVR registered?

VK08 HVR is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is VK08 HVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 HVR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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