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A13 WHW

2008 Volkswagen Caravelle

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

101,832 mi
Last recorded101,832 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle97,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 WHW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 101,832 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rear seats all ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 101,820 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rear seats all ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 98,060 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 98,053 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 94,264 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 92,037 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 89,048 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 85,223 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 74,356 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 67,831 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 60,456 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 60,453 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 50,453 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 38,474 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 33,613 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 33,613 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 26,377 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 26,070 miles

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Centre Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravelle?

Based on 422,168 MOT tests across 24,962 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
5,286
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
24,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 8,177
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,845
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,266
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,996
position lamp(s) not working 4,827
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A13 WHW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 97,153 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravelle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 8,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 WHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravelle typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A13 WHW registered?

A13 WHW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is A13 WHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 WHW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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