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VN58 LRA

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

146,212 mi
Last recorded146,212 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN58 LRA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 146,212 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear (2.4.F.3)

oil leak

rear exhaust corrosion & peeling

Pass 10 Oct 2016 133,387 miles

exh. corrosion & peeling [rear]

oil leak

Fail 10 Oct 2016 133,387 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exh. corrosion & peeling [rear]

oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2015 120,258 miles

oil leak /nail in o/s/r rear /r/exhaust corrosion

Fail 14 Oct 2015 120,258 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)

oil leak /nail in o/s/r rear /r/exhaust corrosion

Pass 20 Nov 2013 92,977 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 92,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 77,343 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 77,343 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 4 Nov 2011 63,096 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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VN58 LRA is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VN58 LRA, 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 VN58 LRA registered?

VN58 LRA is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is VN58 LRA safe to buy?

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