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B351 HTN

1985 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,985 mi
Last recorded57,985 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle57,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB351 HTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 57,985 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 57,966 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 57,788 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 57,788 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to flexi (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2017 57,523 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 57,131 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 56,131 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 55,532 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 54,233 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 53,494 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 525,652 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 50,722 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 50,284 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 48,441 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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B351 HTN is a 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B351 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 B351 HTN registered?

B351 HTN is a 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 27 April 1985.

Is B351 HTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B351 HTN shows 14 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 B351 HTN have outstanding finance?

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