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F358 ECL

1989 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

263,615 mi
Last recorded263,615 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Caravelle113,804 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF358 ECL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 263,615 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 263,615 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play all wheels have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 260,282 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 260,282 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 260,239 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 254,822 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 254,819 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 254,819 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 254,803 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 254,803 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 253,919 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 253,648 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 253,168 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 253,164 miles

Fuel hose leaking by fuel filter (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 252,435 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 252,435 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 252,368 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Nov 2013 252,368 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Oct 2012 251,987 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 251,987 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 251,424 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 249,941 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 248,598 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 240,670 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 24,066 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 239,784 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 239,779 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 239,091 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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F358 ECL is a 1989 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 113,804 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 F358 ECL, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F358 ECL registered?

F358 ECL is a 1989 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is F358 ECL safe to buy?

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