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AY57 DUB

2008 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

142,346 mi
Last recorded142,346 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle97,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY57 DUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 142,346 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 126,964 miles

Middle Exhaust Rusty

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 126,949 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Middle Exhaust Rusty

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 113,473 miles

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust system deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 109,709 miles

Central Exhaust deteriorated!

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Nov 2021 105,874 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 100,701 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 95,725 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 85,380 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 74,123 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 59,951 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 45,259 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 45,259 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 37,852 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2014 36,319 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 32,571 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Feb 2012 29,075 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 25,703 miles

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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AY57 DUB is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AY57 DUB, 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 AY57 DUB registered?

AY57 DUB is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 23 January 2008.

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The MOT history for AY57 DUB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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