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YG08 AAK

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

206,325 mi
Last recorded206,325 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 AAK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 206,325 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 195,917 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 181,898 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 181,898 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 171,315 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 161,274 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 150,092 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 137,406 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 128,750 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush o/s+n/s (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust backbox corroded

Rear o/s+n/s cracks in tyre

fuel tank strap corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2017 119,135 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 109,092 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 92,647 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 83,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 83,461 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 71,367 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 61,106 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 46,109 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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YG08 AAK is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YG08 AAK, 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 YG08 AAK registered?

YG08 AAK is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YG08 AAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 AAK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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