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AK14 UCA

2014 Volkswagen Caravelle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

116,205 mi
Last recorded116,205 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Caravelle59,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK14 UCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 116,205 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 116,196 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 107,266 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 96,135 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 96,068 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 84,391 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2022 82,616 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2021 72,792 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 72,792 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 62,355 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 53,816 miles

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 46,203 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front,n/s just passing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 46,203 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front,n/s just passing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 31,723 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 31,723 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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AK14 UCA is a 2014 Volkswagen Caravelle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 59,410 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK14 UCA, 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 12 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK14 UCA registered?

AK14 UCA is a 2014 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 29 May 2014.

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