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HF51 NDD

2001 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

185,135 mi
Last recorded185,135 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle148,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 NDD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 185,135 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 182,859 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 177,041 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 170,776 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 166,593 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 162,010 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 158,021 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 152,876 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 152,876 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 147,411 miles

Offside rear service recording small effort

Fail 3 Nov 2017 147,379 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner step marked in yellow chalk (5.2.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort Both rear (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 144,771 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 136,173 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 125,771 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2014 125,771 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 116,280 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 106,502 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 97,115 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 87,257 miles

Centre and rear exhaust sections Slight blow and getting poor. Will require attention soon.

Rear brake discs scored, worn.

Some wear in both front anti roll bar, drop link bushes.

Pass 18 Sep 2009 78,656 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 67,204 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 57,527 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 47,879 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 37,320 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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HF51 NDD is a 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HF51 NDD, 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

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What year was HF51 NDD registered?

HF51 NDD is a 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is HF51 NDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 NDD shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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