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H475 SWG

1991 Volkswagen Caravan

Red Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

157,388 mi
Last recorded157,388 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Caravan162,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH475 SWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 157,388 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2025 157,332 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 156,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2023 156,392 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Seat belt buckle missing both (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 154,740 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner wheel arches to door sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 2 . 5mm 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

rear fog light discoloured

Pass 19 Aug 2021 153,799 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 152,949 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 152,945 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 152,686 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 151,877 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both sides ( perishing ) (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 Aug 2017 150,716 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

corrosion both sides inner sills

Fail 14 Aug 2017 150,673 miles

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

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

corrosion both sides inner sills

Pass 9 Aug 2016 148,331 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 146,075 miles

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

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 142,238 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 123,312 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 121,163 miles

rear brakes slightly tight

Pass 9 Jun 2011 118,354 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 116,505 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 113,662 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front exhaust sections starting to corode

Fail 18 Jun 2009 113,610 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front exhaust sections starting to corode

Pass 20 Jun 2008 109,109 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 104,069 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 98,636 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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H475 SWG is a 1991 Volkswagen Caravan in Red with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 162,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H475 SWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 35 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H475 SWG registered?

H475 SWG is a 1991 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 26 February 1991.

Is H475 SWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H475 SWG shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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