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BU03 OFB

2003 Volkswagen Caravelle

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

182,950 mi
Last recorded182,950 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle140,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 OFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 182,950 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 182,950 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 180,048 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 177,524 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 175,126 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 172,238 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 166,768 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 162,077 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 156,840 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 149,841 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 149,816 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 140,320 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 128,380 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 116,248 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 105,899 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2011 96,526 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 96,526 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 88,273 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 88,271 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 16 Apr 2009 79,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear tyre wall cracking

slight damage to front number plate

slight play in offside steering arm

Pass 16 Apr 2009 79,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside rear tyre wall cracking

slight damage to front number plate

slight play in offside steering arm

Pass 23 Apr 2008 71,708 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 60,735 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 52,095 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 52,095 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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BU03 OFB is a 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 140,422 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 BU03 OFB, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU03 OFB?

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What year was BU03 OFB registered?

BU03 OFB is a 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is BU03 OFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 OFB shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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