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AK17 PJV

2017 Volkswagen Caravelle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,585 mi
Last recorded120,585 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Caravelle51,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK17 PJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 120,585 miles

no emissions detected (clean)

oil leak

oil level on min mark

Pass 12 Jul 2024 104,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 90,961 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 71,113 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 71,113 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 48,557 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 30,494 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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AK17 PJV is a 2017 Volkswagen Caravelle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 51,742 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 AK17 PJV, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK17 PJV registered?

AK17 PJV is a 2017 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 29 August 2017.

Is AK17 PJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK17 PJV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK17 PJV have outstanding finance?

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