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BF18 UTN

2018 Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,921 mi
Last recorded71,921 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caravelle42,290 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF18 UTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 71,921 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 64,948 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 54,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 44,559 miles

Diesel particulate filter light on

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and outer edge worn 235/55R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 235/55R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 6 Jan 2023 44,559 miles

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

Diesel particulate filter light on

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and outer edge worn 235/55R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 235/55R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 31 Mar 2021 28,518 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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BF18 UTN is a 2018 Volkswagen Caravelle in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 42,290 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 BF18 UTN, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF18 UTN?

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What year was BF18 UTN registered?

BF18 UTN is a 2018 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 9 April 2018.

Is BF18 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF18 UTN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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