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HEV 948T

1979 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,523 mi
Last recorded93,523 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle63,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEV 948T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 May 2025 93,523 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 93,404 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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HEV 948T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 63,791 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 HEV 948T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HEV 948T?

You can check the full history of HEV 948T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HEV 948T registered?

HEV 948T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 27 June 1979.

Is HEV 948T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEV 948T shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HEV 948T have outstanding finance?

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