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YB08 TLO

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,102 mi
Last recorded155,102 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 TLO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 155,102 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 154,910 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 155,507 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 154,893 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020

very low van

Pass 15 Dec 2018 153,419 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 150,754 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 150,729 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 128,661 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 141,881 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 134,659 miles

Rear Axle beam modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 122,922 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 92,689 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs corroded

nearside rear brake dragging

nearside rear tyre worn

slight play in both rear anti-roll bar D bushs

Pass 25 Oct 2012 92,689 miles

front brake discs corroded

nearside rear brake dragging

nearside rear tyre worn

slight play in both rear anti-roll bar D bushs

Pass 2 Nov 2011 66,523 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 66,136 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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YB08 TLO is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB08 TLO, 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 YB08 TLO registered?

YB08 TLO is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is YB08 TLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 TLO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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