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VK58 PYU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

190,955 mi
Last recorded190,955 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK58 PYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 190,955 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 Jan 2026 190,955 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2025 176,759 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2025 176,759 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2024 156,359 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 139,328 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 124,195 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 111,055 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 104,654 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 104,654 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 97,185 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 97,185 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2018 87,335 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 77,499 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 60,200 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + SIDE WALL CUT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 50,719 miles

SLIGHT CUT O/S/R OUTER WALL ON TYRE

Pass 19 Dec 2013 44,615 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 41,301 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 38,645 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 38,645 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 32,042 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 32,038 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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VK58 PYU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 VK58 PYU, 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 VK58 PYU registered?

VK58 PYU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is VK58 PYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK58 PYU shows 22 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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