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VN08 LNV

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

205,878 mi
Last recorded205,878 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 205,878 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal n/s & o/s, outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 205,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal n/s & o/s, outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 191,833 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Some corrosion to underside waxoil applied

Pass 5 Oct 2023 182,703 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 178,779 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2019 169,927 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 105,924 miles

Slight exhaust blow rear box

Stonechip

Pass 11 Apr 2017 152,361 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 138,960 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 129,204 miles

Brake pipes covered in copper grease.

Heat tray around back box insecure.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 129,204 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Brake pipes covered in copper grease.

Heat tray around back box insecure.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 114,618 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 95,278 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 75,412 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 59,229 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 LNV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VN08 LNV, 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 LNV registered?

VN08 LNV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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