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B208 HTN

1985 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,991 mi
Last recorded11,991 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle57,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB208 HTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 11,991 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 11,988 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside HAZARDS are not working.

Pass 16 Apr 2024 10,966 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 10,949 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 101,544 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 88,328 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 88,328 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 8,787 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 8,616 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 7,788 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking Point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking Point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2016 6,381 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 50,512 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

fuel filter clips corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2013 4,121 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 4,116 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Light binding at front wheels

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Speedo cable rubbing on suspension component

Pass 11 Apr 2012 2,902 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 1,722 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 1,721 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 28 May 2008 99,749 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 96,295 miles

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 94,975 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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B208 HTN is a 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 57,385 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 B208 HTN, 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 41 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 B208 HTN registered?

B208 HTN is a 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 19 March 1985.

Is B208 HTN safe to buy?

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