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YE08 WRD

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

147,455 mi
Last recorded147,455 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 WRD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 147,455 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 147,455 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 133,091 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 127,904 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 119,147 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 113,450 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 99,793 miles

offside rear reverse lamp not working

Fail 1 Jun 2018 99,789 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

offside rear reverse lamp not working

Pass 2 Jun 2017 86,610 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 86,610 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2016 74,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 66,242 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 58,518 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 49,009 miles

fuel tank showing signs of possible leak though no evidence at time of test.

Fail 21 May 2013 49,009 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

fuel tank showing signs of possible leak though no evidence at time of test.

Pass 4 May 2012 40,382 miles

front brake discs worn.

Fail 4 May 2012 40,382 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front brake discs worn.

Pass 6 May 2011 30,101 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 30,101 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YE08 WRD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YE08 WRD, 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 YE08 WRD registered?

YE08 WRD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is YE08 WRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE08 WRD shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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