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BW52 SVC

2003 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

167,452 mi
Last recorded167,452 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle140,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW52 SVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 167,452 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 166,288 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 162,699 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 162,005 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 162,004 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 160,914 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 28 Jan 2019 160,794 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 159,234 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 158,275 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 158,033 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 158,033 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 155,709 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 147,992 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 143,251 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 132,030 miles

n/s front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 10 Feb 2010 113,196 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 101,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 93,530 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 77,695 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 62,352 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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BW52 SVC is a 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BW52 SVC, 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 BW52 SVC?

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What year was BW52 SVC registered?

BW52 SVC is a 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is BW52 SVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW52 SVC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BW52 SVC have outstanding finance?

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