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VU58 YZF

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

104,496 mi
Last recorded104,496 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 YZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 104,496 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2026 104,493 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 96,242 miles

Nearside Rear shocker casing corroded

Offside Rear shocker casing corroded

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2024 95,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers casing corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear compliance bush bonding failing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust box delaminating

Offside Rear Shock absorbers casing corroded

Fail 5 Dec 2024 95,502 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers casing corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear compliance bush bonding failing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust box delaminating

Offside Rear Shock absorbers casing corroded

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 92,459 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 92,457 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 92,457 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 90,255 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 81,063 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 79,560 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 79,555 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 79,493 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 79,493 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 78,430 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 73,481 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 21 Nov 2017 73,481 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Nov 2016 67,539 miles

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 62,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front pads getting low

Pass 26 Nov 2014 54,379 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Oct 2013 48,591 miles

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 6 Nov 2012 43,236 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 33,132 miles

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)

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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VU58 YZF is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 VU58 YZF, 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

How do I check the history of VU58 YZF?

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What year was VU58 YZF registered?

VU58 YZF is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is VU58 YZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 YZF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU58 YZF have outstanding finance?

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