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A189 BFT

1984 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Lpg 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,650 mi
Last recorded19,650 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Caravelle53,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA189 BFT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2012 19,650 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 19,615 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 18,634 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,210 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 15,094 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 14,771 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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A189 BFT is a 1984 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A189 BFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A189 BFT registered?

A189 BFT is a 1984 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 2 April 1984.

Is A189 BFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A189 BFT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A189 BFT have outstanding finance?

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