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G12 VDC

2020 Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

226,112 mi
Last recorded226,112 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Caravelle32,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 VDC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 226,112 miles

nearside front tyre close to limit on inside

offside front tyre close to limit on inside

Fail 16 Mar 2026 226,112 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275 35 20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre close to limit on inside

nearside rear tyre worn on outside

offside front tyre close to limit on inside

Pass 17 Nov 2025 133,743 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 221,077 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 111,871 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 211,425 miles

brake warning light on

front brakes worn

nearside rear tyre worn and close to limit on inside

offside rear tyre starting to wear on inside

Fail 18 Mar 2024 211,387 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

brake warning light on

front brakes worn

nearside rear tyre worn and close to limit on inside

offside rear tyre starting to wear on inside

Pass 27 Nov 2023 86,292 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 201,010 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and stepping (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and stepping (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 194,218 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Also tread low on inner side. Nail in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 188,387 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 15 Mar 2021 188,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 6 Mar 2020 187,239 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 137,978 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 137,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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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G12 VDC is a 2020 Volkswagen Caravelle in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 32,783 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 G12 VDC, 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 6 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G12 VDC registered?

G12 VDC is a 2020 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 19 November 2020.

Is G12 VDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G12 VDC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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