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B3 VWV

1989 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

264,062 mi
Last recorded264,062 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Caravelle113,804 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 VWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 264,062 miles

Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 262,170 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 262,168 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 261,278 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 261,278 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 261,028 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Aug 2022 261,026 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 260,991 miles

Nearside Front Drivers side screen washer jet faulty

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torsion bar rubbers in poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 260,507 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 259,425 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 259,425 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 255,981 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 253,792 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 251,646 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 250,252 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 250,252 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 248,734 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 248,732 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 272,925 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 272,923 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 261,732 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 261,732 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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B3 VWV is a 1989 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 113,804 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 B3 VWV, 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 37 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 B3 VWV registered?

B3 VWV is a 1989 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is B3 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 VWV shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B3 VWV have outstanding finance?

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