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T31 BCL

2012 Volkswagen Shuttle

Silver Diesel 2099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,339 mi
Last recorded161,339 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Shuttle82,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT31 BCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelShuttle
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,099cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2025 161,339 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 158,707 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2023 153,733 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 148,129 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 142,420 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 138,500 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 134,893 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 125,301 miles

Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated Temperature sensor 2 and 3 and oil level sensor (4.11 (b) (i))

One bolt is missing from gear box and exhaust bracket but secure

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 113,456 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 107,154 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 87,600 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Shuttle?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,081
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Stop lamp not working 21
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T31 BCL is a 2012 Volkswagen Shuttle in Silver with a 2,099cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 82,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T31 BCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Shuttle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T31 BCL registered?

T31 BCL is a 2012 Volkswagen Shuttle, first registered on 18 December 2012.

Is T31 BCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T31 BCL shows 11 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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