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E240 MHV

1988 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

127,613 mi
Last recorded127,613 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle110,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE240 MHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 127,613 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 127,546 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 125,928 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 125,376 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 124,925 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 124,292 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 123,814 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 122,352 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 121,791 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 121,791 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 121,791 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 121,203 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 119,711 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2011 119,711 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2010 119,016 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 117,085 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 115,255 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 114,157 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 112,482 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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E240 MHV is a 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 110,468 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 E240 MHV, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E240 MHV?

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What year was E240 MHV registered?

E240 MHV is a 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 25 March 1988.

Is E240 MHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E240 MHV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E240 MHV have outstanding finance?

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