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VW51 UGZ

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

187,210 mi
Last recorded187,210 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW51 UGZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 187,210 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

vehicle to low for roller brake test

Fail 7 Jul 2025 187,201 miles

Rear Sub-frame modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front tyres inner edges

suspension to low for rolling road, tapley test carried out

Pass 5 Jul 2024 185,806 miles

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

console bushes worn

Pass 7 Jul 2023 177,595 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 165,271 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 153,625 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 152,937 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 152,301 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 148,150 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Apr 2018 148,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Apr 2017 141,564 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 139,346 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 136,333 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 134,264 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 129,243 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 11 Apr 2013 129,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Apr 2012 121,928 miles

near side front tyre is worn on the inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2011 90,634 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 90,632 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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VW51 UGZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 VW51 UGZ, 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 VW51 UGZ registered?

VW51 UGZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is VW51 UGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW51 UGZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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