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AB08 LLU

2008 Volkswagen Caddy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,921 mi
Last recorded81,921 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy113,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 LLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaddy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 81,921 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush !! (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four ! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 74,765 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 69,607 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 66,019 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 60,104 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 55,567 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 49,571 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 42,894 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 38,468 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 38,450 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 30,895 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front discs showing signs of corrosion

front pads half worn

Pass 11 Jan 2014 30,895 miles

front discs showing signs of corrosion

front pads half worn

Pass 19 Jul 2012 20,768 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 14,744 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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AB08 LLU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AB08 LLU, 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 AB08 LLU registered?

AB08 LLU is a 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AB08 LLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 LLU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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