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D26 UNY

2012 Volkswagen Caravelle

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,481 mi
Last recorded87,481 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Caravelle74,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD26 UNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 87,481 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 85,290 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 82,197 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2024 82,197 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 75,592 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on edges. 215/65/16. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre beginning to wear on edges. 215/65/16. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 10 Mar 2022 66,623 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 66,623 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 64,553 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 61,943 miles

all discs pitted

both front tyre's getting close to wear limits 215/65/16

Fail 30 Jun 2020 61,943 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all discs pitted

both front tyre's getting close to wear limits 215/65/16

Pass 15 Jul 2019 57,741 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 53,879 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 48,370 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 42,407 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 32,962 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 24,955 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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D26 UNY is a 2012 Volkswagen Caravelle in Green with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 74,698 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 D26 UNY, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D26 UNY registered?

D26 UNY is a 2012 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 3 February 2012.

Is D26 UNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D26 UNY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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