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VN08 FLJ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

211,298 mi
Last recorded211,298 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 FLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 211,298 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 203,737 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 192,342 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 192,342 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 184,381 miles

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 184,381 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 173,775 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 173,775 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2017 157,574 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 157,566 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing both (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear shocks very weak

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Feb 2016 148,863 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 142,012 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 142,012 miles

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

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)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 120,349 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 105,123 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 95,062 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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VN08 FLJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VN08 FLJ, 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.

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What year was VN08 FLJ registered?

VN08 FLJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 9 July 2008.

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The MOT history for VN08 FLJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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