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YL57 MGE

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

185,576 mi
Last recorded185,576 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 MGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 185,576 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 157,819 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2013 131,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 131,568 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 107,757 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 86,937 miles

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

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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YL57 MGE is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YL57 MGE, 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 YL57 MGE registered?

YL57 MGE is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is YL57 MGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 MGE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL57 MGE have outstanding finance?

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