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VW55 SJB

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

175,359 mi
Last recorded175,359 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW55 SJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 175,359 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2025 175,353 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2024 172,199 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 172,199 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 172,186 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 159,120 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D- bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 157,473 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 136,242 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 135,943 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 124,854 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 124,854 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 102,099 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 85,356 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 68,370 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2011 53,547 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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VW55 SJB is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VW55 SJB, 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 VW55 SJB registered?

VW55 SJB is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VW55 SJB safe to buy?

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