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FE-823-XD

1996 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

230,287 mi
Last recorded230,287 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle152,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE-823-XD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 230,287 miles

Offside Front sill

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

Fail 16 Oct 2020 230,287 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Brake cable damaged hand brake cable snapped (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front sill

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

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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FE-823-XD is a 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 152,173 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 FE-823-XD, 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 30 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 FE-823-XD?

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What year was FE-823-XD registered?

FE-823-XD is a 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 29 October 1996.

Is FE-823-XD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE-823-XD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE-823-XD have outstanding finance?

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