Volkswagen Motorcaravan Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Volkswagen Motorcaravan reliable? We analysed 2,605 real MOT tests across 169 vehicles to find out.
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The Volkswagen Motorcaravan is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen Motorcaravan.
Volkswagen Motorcaravan Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Motorcaravan. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Volkswagen Motorcaravan MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Volkswagen Motorcaravan to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Volkswagen Motorcaravan Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Volkswagen Motorcaravan fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Volkswagen Motorcaravan Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Motorcaravan owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Volkswagen Motorcaravan MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volkswagen Motorcaravan year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 73 | 79.5% | 20,545 | 26,882 | 44,853 |
| 2008 | 80 | 76.3% | 16,575 | 32,622 | 55,164 |
| 2006 | 121 | 76.9% | 17,134 | 43,225 | 74,102 |
| 2002 | 65 | 61.5% | 142,807 | 177,525 | 209,241 |
| 2000 | 55 | 72.7% | 55,498 | 67,518 | 88,638 |
| 1998 | 65 | 80.0% | 53,694 | 61,497 | 78,319 |
| 1997 | 84 | 73.8% | 81,460 | 99,848 | 127,931 |
| 1996 | 76 | 71.1% | 99,217 | 135,580 | 189,008 |
| 1995 | 115 | 74.8% | 68,752 | 89,948 | 169,739 |
| 1990 | 66 | 72.7% | 68,709 | 180,922 | 213,900 |
| 1989 | 130 | 69.2% | 91,470 | 143,136 | 242,708 |
| 1984 | 86 | 64.0% | 25,043 | 69,537 | 107,026 |
| 1982 | 82 | 67.1% | 8,398 | 27,186 | 77,608 |
| 1981 | 99 | 58.6% | 38,202 | 52,261 | 69,096 |
| 1980 | 51 | 60.8% | 9,376 | 53,292 | 87,190 |
| 1979 | 119 | 63.0% | 15,711 | 29,908 | 63,346 |
| 1978 | 112 | 67.9% | 12,590 | 40,784 | 70,652 |
| 1976 | 82 | 68.3% | 30,008 | 40,919 | 83,933 |
| 1973 | 89 | 67.4% | 42,072 | 56,485 | 64,850 |
| 1972 | 94 | 64.9% | 14,117 | 24,128 | 57,248 |
How Long Does a Volkswagen Motorcaravan Last?
Based on 169 Volkswagen Motorcaravan vehicles on UK roads.
Volkswagen Motorcaravan Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Motorcaravan MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Motorcaravan
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.0% MOT pass rate from 65 tests
58.6% MOT pass rate from 99 tests
The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Motorcaravan is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.0% across 65 tests. The 1981 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Volkswagen Motorcaravan Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Motorcaravan THIS CAR | 69.7% | 2,605 | 64,802 mi | 55 yrs |
| Volkswagen Golf | 74.9% | 22,270,993 | 83,305 mi | 37 yrs |
| Volkswagen Polo | 72.9% | 14,598,296 | 60,351 mi | 35 yrs |
| Volkswagen Passat | 73.5% | 6,960,690 | 105,632 mi | 32 yrs |
| Citroen C4 Picasso 7 Vtr+ HDI | 74.1% | 868 | 119,435 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Motorcaravan trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Volkswagen MotorcaravanShould you buy a used Volkswagen Motorcaravan?
The Volkswagen Motorcaravan has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.7% across 2,605 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Volkswagen Motorcaravan are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (113 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (96), and stop lamp not working (90). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Volkswagen Motorcaravan owner drives around 1,353 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Volkswagen Motorcaravan models stay on UK roads for around 55 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.