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T555 RUD

2008 Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

135,220 mi
Last recorded135,220 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle97,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT555 RUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 135,220 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 135,218 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 128,881 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 119,190 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 114,171 miles

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 110,586 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 105,621 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 96,734 miles

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

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 18 Nov 2017 87,648 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 87,648 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 78,079 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside middle ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, slight movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear tyre showing ageing cracks on inside tyre wall

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush,slight movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear tyre showing ageing cracks on inside tyre wall

Pass 3 Nov 2015 65,346 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 53,654 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 46,686 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear tyre perished

rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2012 36,698 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 26,146 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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T555 RUD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 T555 RUD, 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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What year was T555 RUD registered?

T555 RUD is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is T555 RUD safe to buy?

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