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YL57 MHO

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

186,522 mi
Last recorded186,522 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 MHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 186,522 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 178,942 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 169,745 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 157,791 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 146,369 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 134,426 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 125,089 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 111,808 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2019 111,808 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 98,948 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 88,904 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 78,094 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 67,993 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 58,897 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 49,516 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 40,785 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 31,269 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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YL57 MHO is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MHO, 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 MHO registered?

YL57 MHO is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is YL57 MHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 MHO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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