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HKG 881W

1981 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle63,108 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKG 881W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2008
Pass 30 Aug 2007 40,707 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 39,403 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 32,748 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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HKG 881W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 63,108 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 HKG 881W, 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 45 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 HKG 881W?

You can check the full history of HKG 881W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HKG 881W registered?

HKG 881W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 3 February 1981.

Is HKG 881W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKG 881W shows 4 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 HKG 881W have outstanding finance?

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