CarVerify

Free Car Check

C1 ESB

1998 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 2792cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

55,504 mi
Last recorded55,504 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle151,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC1 ESB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 55,504 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 55,503 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 55,502 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 55,501 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 55,377 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 55,347 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 54,502 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 54,469 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 54,240 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 99,345 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 54,079 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 52,524 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 51,270 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 49,708 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 47,737 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
Full Volkswagen Caravelle reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C1 ESB is a 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 151,130 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 C1 ESB, 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 28 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 C1 ESB?

You can check the full history of C1 ESB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C1 ESB registered?

C1 ESB is a 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is C1 ESB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C1 ESB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C1 ESB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C1 ESB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.