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WD08 LFW

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

203,943 mi
Last recorded203,943 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD08 LFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 203,943 miles

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

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 199,069 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 185,788 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 185,768 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 183,050 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 175,787 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 163,571 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 160,796 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 157,281 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 154,369 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 154,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 148,108 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 2 Mar 2017 148,108 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 144,718 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 144,718 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2014 112,687 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Sep 2014 112,687 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jul 2013 93,858 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 89,275 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 89,275 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 85,402 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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WD08 LFW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WD08 LFW, 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 WD08 LFW registered?

WD08 LFW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 20 August 2008.

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