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WF08 XKU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

122,134 mi
Last recorded122,134 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 XKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 122,134 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 122,134 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 121,873 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 121,873 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 121,870 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 121,869 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 121,409 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 121,406 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2020 120,612 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 118,401 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both sills damaged

Fail 18 Dec 2018 118,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both sills damaged

Pass 3 Jan 2018 111,057 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 106,843 miles

Both front and rear number plates have smaller font writing then standard but is still visible from distance

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Feb 2017 106,843 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Both front and rear number plates have smaller font writing then standard but is still visible from distance

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 97,990 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 90,524 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 90,524 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 70,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 51,109 miles

bonnet catch broken

Fail 20 Sep 2012 51,109 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

bonnet catch broken

Pass 2 Aug 2011 38,000 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 38,000 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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 XKU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 XKU, 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 WF08 XKU registered?

WF08 XKU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is WF08 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 XKU shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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