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VK08 NJN

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

159,805 mi
Last recorded159,805 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 NJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 159,805 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Horn note weak

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 143,966 miles

Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective Bolt missing and second bolt loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust shield insecure but unlikely to become detatched

Rear Reverse lamps not working

Fail 19 Nov 2024 143,865 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective Bolt missing and second bolt loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust shield insecure but unlikely to become detatched

Rear Reverse lamps not working

Pass 17 Nov 2023 128,749 miles

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

Rear Reverse lamp not working

Fail 15 Nov 2023 128,658 miles

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Both front indicators affecting main beam headlamps when operated (4.4.3 (b))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning When side lights / headlamps on Obligitry Rear brake lights not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Reverse lamp not working

Pass 17 Nov 2022 111,588 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside rear anti-roll bar D bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 105,288 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 105,288 miles

Side repeater missing both sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 101,303 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 101,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2017 91,944 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases egr pipe blow at joint (7.1.2)

Fail 22 May 2017 91,944 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases egr pipe blow at joint (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 84,449 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 75,955 miles

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

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 67,723 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 62,256 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 54,112 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 45,679 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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VK08 NJN is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 VK08 NJN, 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 NJN registered?

VK08 NJN is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is VK08 NJN safe to buy?

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