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A162 PEV

1984 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,944 mi
Last recorded28,944 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Caravelle53,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA162 PEV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 28,944 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 28,944 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 28,008 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 26,305 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 24,220 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 22,297 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 19,959 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 18,228 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,228 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 16,639 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 15,367 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 13,946 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,433 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 11,122 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 9,681 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 80,465 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 66,131 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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A162 PEV is a 1984 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 53,991 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 A162 PEV, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A162 PEV registered?

A162 PEV is a 1984 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 23 March 1984.

Is A162 PEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A162 PEV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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