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BG08 VWX

2008 Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

147,936 mi
Last recorded147,936 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle97,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 147,936 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 138,018 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 128,437 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 125,144 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 121,295 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 118,990 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 115,740 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 115,738 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2018 109,425 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 109,425 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2017 104,408 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 98,547 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 92,171 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 79,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 68,248 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 55,350 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 42,152 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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BG08 VWX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BG08 VWX, 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 BG08 VWX registered?

BG08 VWX is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BG08 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 VWX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG08 VWX have outstanding finance?

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