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A7 STW

2008 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,518 mi
Last recorded69,518 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle97,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 STW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2025 69,518 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 68,965 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 67,543 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 62,302 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 62,172 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 58,509 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 53,602 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 47,054 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 42,264 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 37,046 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 32,853 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,381 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 22,885 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,950 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 16,824 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 13,620 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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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A7 STW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A7 STW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 STW registered?

A7 STW is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is A7 STW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 STW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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