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VK08 YRA

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

204,924 mi
Last recorded204,924 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 YRA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 204,924 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 192,850 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 172,722 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 154,684 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 154,684 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 128,305 miles

offside rear light lense slight dmage repaired with tape

Pass 18 Sep 2012 103,585 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 89,179 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 125,884 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 125,884 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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 YRA is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YRA, 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 YRA registered?

VK08 YRA is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is VK08 YRA safe to buy?

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