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FX51 UPT

2001 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

135,957 mi
Last recorded135,957 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle148,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 UPT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 135,957 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 128,540 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 121,878 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 115,207 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 111,414 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 109,235 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 108,212 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Vehicle has under trays fitted

Fail 1 Jul 2019 108,212 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Vehicle has under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2018 106,786 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 104,932 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 103,231 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 100,287 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 98,117 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 90,839 miles

screen cracked nearside,not in drivers view.

Fail 28 Feb 2013 90,828 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

screen cracked nearside,not in drivers view.

Fail 1 Mar 2012 82,846 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 82,846 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 75,183 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 65,124 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 58,163 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 49,502 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2007 41,888 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Feb 2006 33,345 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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FX51 UPT is a 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 148,408 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 FX51 UPT, 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 25 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 FX51 UPT?

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What year was FX51 UPT registered?

FX51 UPT is a 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is FX51 UPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 UPT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX51 UPT have outstanding finance?

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