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BG06 ATU

2006 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

245,115 mi
Last recorded245,115 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle117,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG06 ATU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 245,115 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 240,640 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 235,299 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 235,237 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 229,419 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 229,415 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 220,924 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Oct 2021 220,924 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 213,662 miles

Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe mounting @ rear (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test interior mirror decorations ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 213,662 miles

Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe mounting @ rear (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test interior mirror decorations ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 203,921 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 198,376 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 192,341 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 186,785 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 180,892 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 174,930 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 167,450 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 158,429 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 148,871 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 140,409 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 131,235 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 131,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BG06 ATU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 117,195 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 BG06 ATU, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BG06 ATU registered?

BG06 ATU is a 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 9 June 2006.

Is BG06 ATU safe to buy?

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