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Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

S8 XABMOT history

S8 XAB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 5 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 88,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

S8 XAB blue Volkswagen Caddy – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Caddy, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
88,730 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 XAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
5 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 XAB was last recorded at 88,730 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,728 miles · 23 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,730 miles
  • 2025 – 84,458 miles
  • 2024 – 81,869 miles
  • 2023 – 78,705 miles
  • 2022 – 75,256 miles
  • 2021 – 72,473 miles
  • 2020 – 70,217 miles
  • 2019 – 66,932 miles
  • 2018 – 63,064 miles
  • 2017 – 58,992 miles
  • 2016 – 54,614 miles
  • 2015 – 50,916 miles
  • 2014 – 47,394 miles
  • 2013 – 44,441 miles
  • 2012 – 44,363 miles
  • 2011 – 40,400 miles
  • 2010 – 39,857 miles
  • 2009 – 37,580 miles
  • 2008 – 35,306 miles
  • 2007 – 33,596 miles
  • 2006 – 30,865 miles
  • 2005 – 27,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,730 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Also slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,730 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    88,730 miles
    Test number
    743884358831
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail88,728 miles (+4,270)3 dangerous10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,728 miles
    Test number
    467164830124
    • DangerousFront Engine undercover insecure
    • DangerousFront Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Integral body structure has a fractured which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Suspension mounting (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,458 miles (+2,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    84,458 miles
    Test number
    255867704235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded

  4. Pass81,869 miles (+3,164)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,869 miles
    Test number
    549743767862
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside, sills etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Also slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,705 miles (+3,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    78,705 miles
    Test number
    221423344546
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Front and rear, nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Also slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass75,256 miles (+2,783)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    75,256 miles
    Test number
    667676106692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,473 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,473 miles
    Test number
    985396181808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,471 miles (+2,254)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,471 miles
    Test number
    860440577700
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass70,217 miles (+3,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,217 miles
    Test number
    646437086273
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass66,932 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,932 miles
    Test number
    803911607313
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail66,930 miles (+3,866)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,930 miles
    Test number
    176835617398
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass63,064 miles (+4,072)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,064 miles
    Test number
    540432951106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft counter balance loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass58,992 miles (+4,378)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,992 miles
    Test number
    596409114045
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass54,614 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,614 miles
    Test number
    625819590900
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F wiper blade worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail54,612 miles (+3,696)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    991971664237
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F wiper blade worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass50,916 miles (+2)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,916 miles
    Test number
    739215765001
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBack exhaust mounting rubber snapped secured with wire
    • NoteFront to rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

  17. Fail50,914 miles (+3,520)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,914 miles
    Test number
    596954965051
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBack exhaust mounting rubber snapped secured with wire
    • NoteFront to rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

  18. Pass47,394 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,394 miles
    Test number
    145071994055
    • NoteFront number plate is in a poor condition but still readable

  19. Fail47,393 miles (+2,952)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,393 miles
    Test number
    519820094000
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront number plate is in a poor condition but still readable

  20. Pass44,441 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,441 miles
    Test number
    335878673035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront number plate in a poor condition, but still readable
    • NoteFront tyres are getting low

  21. Fail44,440 miles (+77)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,440 miles
    Test number
    128437473463
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront number plate in a poor condition, but still readable
    • NoteFront tyres are getting low

  22. Fail44,363 miles (+3,963)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,363 miles
    Test number
    186585802342
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass40,400 miles (+543)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,400 miles
    Test number
    146123371266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,857 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,857 miles
    Test number
    163863990267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NoteOffside sill damaged

  25. Fail39,857 miles (+2,277)3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,857 miles
    Test number
    353293890297
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NoteOffside sill damaged

  26. Pass37,580 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,580 miles
    Test number
    390213429386
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Fail37,573 miles (+2,267)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,573 miles
    Test number
    164907919392
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass35,306 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,306 miles
    Test number
    444993708486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail35,300 miles (+1,704)1 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,300 miles
    Test number
    401541908493
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass33,596 miles (+2,731)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,596 miles
    Test number
    930602097259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAdvise rear no plate slightly deteriorated

  31. Pass30,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,865 miles
    Test number
    341561226392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail30,865 miles (+3,150)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,865 miles
    Test number
    503280126348
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear no plate slightly defaced ok time of test

  33. Pass27,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,715 miles
    Test number
    120043925358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 XAB

Does S8 XAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 XAB is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 XAB?
The MOT on S8 XAB is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 XAB done?
S8 XAB was recorded at 88,730 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 2,949 miles a year.
Has S8 XAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 XAB has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 XAB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S8 XAB find?
S8 XAB passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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