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Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T208 SOAMOT history

T208 SOA is a grey diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 142,874 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
142,874 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T208 SOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T208 SOA was last recorded at 142,874 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,757 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
117 miles
Average per year
4,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,874 miles
  • 2025 – 140,298 miles
  • 2024 – 138,270 miles
  • 2023 – 135,306 miles
  • 2022 – 133,209 miles
  • 2021 – 130,336 miles
  • 2020 – 128,657 miles
  • 2019 – 126,567 miles
  • 2018 – 121,669 miles
  • 2017 – 116,376 miles
  • 2016 – 110,077 miles
  • 2015 – 104,879 miles
  • 2014 – 98,612 miles
  • 2013 – 90,942 miles
  • 2012 – 84,700 miles
  • 2011 – 79,548 miles
  • 2010 – 74,030 miles
  • 2009 – 69,014 miles
  • 2008 – 62,819 miles
  • 2007 – 58,756 miles
  • 2006 – 53,832 miles
  • 2005 – 49,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,874 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper strut top bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper strut top bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,874 miles (+117)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    142,874 miles
    Test number
    999938503166
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,757 miles (+2,459)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,757 miles
    Test number
    289755138282
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass140,298 miles (+2,028)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    140,298 miles
    Test number
    766413641271
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,270 miles (+2,964)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    138,270 miles
    Test number
    890308300175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,306 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    135,306 miles
    Test number
    101464284062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper strut top bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper strut top bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,300 miles (+2,091)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,300 miles
    Test number
    850637202203
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper strut top bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper strut top bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,209 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    133,209 miles
    Test number
    669369991358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail133,204 miles (+2,868)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,204 miles
    Test number
    280399194528
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,336 miles (+1,679)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,336 miles
    Test number
    538903453671
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass128,657 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,657 miles
    Test number
    266065315596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,653 miles (+2,086)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,653 miles
    Test number
    141241546211
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both, inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired under sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outersill several places (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass126,567 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,567 miles
    Test number
    760568819602
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective on limit of passing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened appear to have been stood and lipped on limit of passing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside and sill appear to have been under sealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail126,567 miles (+4,898)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,567 miles
    Test number
    204378960016
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill holed /damaged (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill in places holed and poor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective on limit of passing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened appear to have been stood and lipped on limit of passing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside and sill appear to have been under sealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass121,669 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    121,669 miles
    Test number
    375855783883
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides outer and undersills poor in places and heavy under seald (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail121,666 miles (+5,290)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,666 miles
    Test number
    554703395922
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill several places. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill several places. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass116,376 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    116,376 miles
    Test number
    516786446854
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on discs

  17. Fail116,374 miles (+6,297)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,374 miles
    Test number
    859609816026
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sets (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on discs

  18. Pass110,077 miles (+5,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,077 miles
    Test number
    432150761113
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on cat (7.1.2)

  19. Pass104,879 miles (+6,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    104,879 miles
    Test number
    761545585095
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides of van (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass98,612 miles (+7,670)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    98,612 miles
    Test number
    985646364296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,942 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,942 miles
    Test number
    408016363269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,700 miles (+5,152)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,700 miles
    Test number
    248459562234
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass79,548 miles (+5,518)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    79,548 miles
    Test number
    407966961253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  24. Pass74,030 miles (+5,016)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,030 miles
    Test number
    754854160286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,014 miles
    Test number
    874669759207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail69,014 miles (+6,195)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,014 miles
    Test number
    310819659228
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  27. Pass62,819 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    62,819 miles
    Test number
    983490468216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Fail62,819 miles (+4,063)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,819 miles
    Test number
    193820868221
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  29. Pass58,756 miles (+4,924)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,756 miles
    Test number
    793127457274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass53,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,832 miles
    Test number
    403868156289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail53,832 miles (+4,413)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,832 miles
    Test number
    342218956211
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Pass49,419 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    49,419 miles
    Test number
    182898255286
    • NoteRack leaking fluid

Questions about T208 SOA

Does T208 SOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T208 SOA is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T208 SOA?
The MOT on T208 SOA is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T208 SOA done?
T208 SOA was recorded at 142,874 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 4,445 miles a year.
Has T208 SOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T208 SOA has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T208 SOA 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 T208 SOA find?
T208 SOA passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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