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YD08 GZS

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

218,453 mi
Last recorded218,453 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 GZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 218,453 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 213,419 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 206,346 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 200,947 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 194,808 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 194,808 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 183,752 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 183,750 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 167,729 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 153,454 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 153,429 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases to rear (7.1.2)

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 May 2016 135,988 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 126,138 miles

rear anti roll bar D bush wearing

Pass 6 May 2014 113,020 miles

n.s.f tyre close to legal limit

n.s.f wing slightly damaged

rear anti roll bar D bushs wearing

Pass 23 Apr 2013 100,551 miles

n/s/r stabiliser d-bush wearing

n/s/r tyre outer edge wearing close to limit

rear discs wearing and corroding on edges

Pass 30 Mar 2012 88,128 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 71,078 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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YD08 GZS is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 YD08 GZS, 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 YD08 GZS registered?

YD08 GZS is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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The MOT history for YD08 GZS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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