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F3 CBL

2008 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

109,697 mi
Last recorded109,697 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle97,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 CBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 109,697 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin REAR PADS HAVE 30% REMAINING (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 108,689 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads have 30% remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 101,842 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 98,813 miles

Central Rear AGE RELATED CORROSION TO EXHAUST SILENCER CENTER AND REAR

Pass 8 Dec 2022 95,243 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 89,925 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 9 Dec 2021 89,923 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 10 Dec 2020 86,260 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 4 Dec 2019 81,017 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 77,711 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 77,711 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 72,787 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 MM (3.5.1g)

centre and rear exhaust boxes deteriorated (outer skins)

rear brake discs worn

Pass 7 Dec 2016 63,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

centre and rear exhaust boxes deteriorated (outer skins)

n/s/f tyre wearing at outer edge

rear brake discs worn

Pass 8 Dec 2015 52,183 miles

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2014 43,551 miles

exhaust rear section corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2013 32,501 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2012 25,019 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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F3 CBL is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 F3 CBL, 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 F3 CBL registered?

F3 CBL is a 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is F3 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F3 CBL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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