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B212 SPR

1985 Volkswagen Caravelle

Green Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

78,996 mi
Last recorded78,996 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle57,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB212 SPR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 78,996 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 78,653 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 78,388 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 77,722 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 77,598 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 77,337 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 77,227 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 76,680 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 76,379 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 19 May 2012 76,360 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 75,423 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 75,359 miles

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 74,481 miles

off side rearwing inside corroding slight

Pass 7 Oct 2008 74,432 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 74,432 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 74,272 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 72,416 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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B212 SPR is a 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle in Green with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 B212 SPR, 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 B212 SPR registered?

B212 SPR is a 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 15 February 1985.

Is B212 SPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B212 SPR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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