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AK08 FNP

2008 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

170,523 mi
Last recorded170,523 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle97,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 FNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 170,523 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 165,048 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 158,894 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 153,962 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 149,072 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 145,919 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 143,978 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 142,099 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 138,535 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 138,535 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 May 2016 133,117 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 125,477 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2014 125,477 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2014 125,463 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 98,409 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 76,935 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 55,716 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 55,706 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AK08 FNP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 97,153 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 AK08 FNP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK08 FNP registered?

AK08 FNP is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is AK08 FNP safe to buy?

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