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WX08 AEY

2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

72,651 mi
Last recorded72,651 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan60,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 AEY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 72,651 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 72,651 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 72,442 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 71,817 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 69,940 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 68,743 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 65,284 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 65,277 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

all 4 tyres side walls slightly cracking/perishing

n/s inner & outer sills corroded.

Pass 9 Jul 2020 64,799 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 60,069 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 59,841 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 58,569 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 57,416 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 55,113 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 51,593 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 51,577 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 50,375 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 38,231 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 27,103 miles

slight footbrake travel /spongy

Pass 10 Mar 2011 21,956 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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WX08 AEY is a 2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 60,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX08 AEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WX08 AEY?

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What year was WX08 AEY registered?

WX08 AEY is a 2008 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is WX08 AEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX08 AEY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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