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CH04 PAV

2008 Volkswagen Caravelle

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

141,571 mi
Last recorded141,571 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle97,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCH04 PAV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 141,571 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underbody & Suspension Parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 137,281 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 134,587 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 128,585 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2021 119,367 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged drivers mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

fog light switch slightly sticking

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 2 Jun 2021 119,367 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush anti roll bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged drivers mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

fog light switch slightly sticking

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Jun 2020 112,440 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner not visible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner not visible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

brake fluid below max

Pass 22 May 2019 105,904 miles

Central Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged interior mirror loose. (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 May 2019 105,063 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine Manufacture limit 0.6 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged interior mirror loose. (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 99,271 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 May 2018 99,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 May 2017 92,296 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 child seats fitted

Fail 25 May 2017 92,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 child seats fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2016 85,194 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 84,930 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 84,930 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 76,292 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 76,292 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 62,812 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 62,812 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 40,582 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 40,582 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 25,174 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 24,435 miles

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

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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CH04 PAV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CH04 PAV, 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.

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CH04 PAV is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 15 February 2008.

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