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C102 BJT

1986 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,452 mi
Last recorded76,452 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle59,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC102 BJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 76,452 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2020 7,644 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 5,179 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 5,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 2,362 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 97,809 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 97,179 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2016 97,167 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2016 97,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both n/side tyres walls starting to crack

spare tyre tread low

Pass 11 Apr 2015 93,666 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 93,666 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 88,690 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 88,690 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 83,592 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 83,592 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 76,993 miles

Offside wiper perishing.

Rear exhaust corroding.

Pass 6 May 2010 72,152 miles

Both number plates in poor condition

Pass 25 Apr 2009 71,458 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 70,394 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 69,158 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 67,533 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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C102 BJT is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 59,474 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 C102 BJT, 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 40 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 C102 BJT registered?

C102 BJT is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 23 May 1986.

Is C102 BJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C102 BJT shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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