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BG59 FPY

2009 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

115,197 mi
Last recorded115,197 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle80,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 FPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2025 115,197 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2025 115,091 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2024 114,435 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s = cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 114,435 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s = cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 110,709 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 106,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner + Outer Wear, Plus Cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 102,993 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency ONLY JUST MET at 19%. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

light / minor corrosion to some underbody components and panels

splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

vehicle presented with monility / accessibility adaptations

Pass 6 Nov 2020 99,902 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 99,902 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 92,814 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 86,358 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 79,359 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 71,424 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 64,579 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 64,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 53,558 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 43,824 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 34,877 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 22 Nov 2012 34,845 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BG59 FPY is a 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 80,233 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 BG59 FPY, 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 17 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 BG59 FPY registered?

BG59 FPY is a 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 November 2009.

Is BG59 FPY safe to buy?

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