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BU18 SKF

2018 Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,560 mi
Last recorded40,560 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Caravelle42,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 SKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 40,560 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 35,138 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 32,782 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 27,336 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 21,501 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 17,187 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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BU18 SKF 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 100%.

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 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 BU18 SKF, 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 BU18 SKF?

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What year was BU18 SKF registered?

BU18 SKF is a 2018 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is BU18 SKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 SKF shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU18 SKF have outstanding finance?

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