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AD51 FZH

2002 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

221,163 mi
Last recorded221,163 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle146,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 FZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 221,163 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 218,103 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 215,224 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both tyres (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak ()

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (3.7.B.3)

Fail 16 May 2017 215,224 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both tyres (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak ()

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 205,868 miles

coolant leak

oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2016 205,864 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 May 2015 194,374 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 May 2014 182,239 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 182,238 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2013 167,581 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 May 2012 162,127 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust system deteriorated in places

n/s cv boot twisted

n/s sill showing slight corrosion

rear wiper deteriorated

Pass 17 May 2011 159,002 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 156,276 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fuel system return pipes damp

wiper blades split on ends

Fail 19 May 2010 156,276 miles

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fuel system return pipes damp

wiper blades split on ends

Fail 11 May 2009 143,351 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2009 143,351 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 130,074 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 114,186 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 106,765 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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AD51 FZH is a 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 146,857 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 AD51 FZH, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD51 FZH registered?

AD51 FZH is a 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 29 January 2002.

Is AD51 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 FZH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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