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BYD 212B

2008 Volkswagen Caravan

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

37,551 mi
Last recorded37,551 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravan46,253 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYD 212B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 37,551 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 37,256 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 36,868 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 36,866 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 36,866 miles

horn

no wipers fitted

Fail 3 Jul 2012 36,866 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

horn

no wipers fitted

Fail 11 Jun 2011 36,866 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

front wipers

idicators tell tale s dont work but are noisey enough

rear silencer mountings

Pass 11 Jun 2011 36,866 miles

front wipers

idicators tell tale s dont work but are noisey enough

rear silencer mountings

Pass 15 Jun 2010 36,866 miles

wipers fitted but has opening windscreen

Fail 15 Jun 2010 35,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

wipers fitted but has opening windscreen

Pass 22 May 2009 36,866 miles

slight rear wheel bearing play. slight play in n/s/f upper trunion bush.

underside corrodingsteering wheel outer cover poor. slight play in steering box

Fail 8 May 2009 36,866 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Front Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

slight rear wheel bearing play. slight play in n/s/f upper trunion bush.

Pass 3 May 2008 36,866 miles

steering box drop arm ball joint play. o/s/f inner track rod end slight play. front panel corroded underneath.

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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BYD 212B is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravan in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 46,253 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BYD 212B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BYD 212B registered?

BYD 212B is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is BYD 212B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYD 212B shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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