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SW57 VGZ

2008 Nissan Caravan

White Petrol 2388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

168,797 mi
Last recorded168,797 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Nissan Caravan119,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW57 VGZ
MakeNissan
ModelCaravan
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 168,797 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 144,237 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 144,237 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 121,510 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 121,510 miles

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

Offside Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 96,532 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 61,599 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 61,597 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 61,592 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 61,588 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Caravan?

Based on 1,835 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
4,686
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 86
fog lamp not working 71
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60
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SW57 VGZ is a 2008 Nissan Caravan in White with a 2,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.4% with a typical mileage of 119,822 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Caravan fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW57 VGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW57 VGZ registered?

SW57 VGZ is a 2008 Nissan Caravan, first registered on 20 February 2008.

Is SW57 VGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW57 VGZ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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