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WF08 OBW

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

261,328 mi
Last recorded261,328 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 OBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 261,328 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 247,755 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2023 247,755 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 233,347 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 219,410 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 207,581 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 192,429 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 192,429 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 173,802 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 157,393 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 139,957 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 126,126 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 126,126 miles

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 117,779 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2014 117,779 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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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WF08 OBW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WF08 OBW, 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 WF08 OBW registered?

WF08 OBW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is WF08 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 OBW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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