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J50 NKH

2000 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

101,805 mi
Last recorded101,805 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle147,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ50 NKH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 101,805 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower arch to jacking point & inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2026 101,805 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s not secure on the inner tie rod ends, looks new cable ties come off. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower arch to jacking point & inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 94,623 miles

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

both front tyres orn on edges.

Fail 10 Jun 2025 94,460 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

both front tyres orn on edges.

Pass 31 May 2024 88,784 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 24 May 2024 88,775 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 85,947 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 85,944 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 81,492 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 81,492 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 81,373 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 81,373 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 80,958 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 80,387 miles

front wipers starting to perish

nearside sill corroded and damaged at front but is safe

Pass 18 Apr 2017 79,853 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 79,348 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 1 Apr 2015 78,716 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 78,716 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 77,030 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 76,136 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 76,136 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 75,233 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 74,110 miles

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

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

air con needs to have regas too be colder

Fail 27 Apr 2011 74,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

air con needs to have regas too be colder

Pass 29 Apr 2010 72,964 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 69,870 miles

Nearside Rear 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 21 Oct 2008 69,870 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 65,907 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 55,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Oct 2006 55,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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J50 NKH is a 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 147,556 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 J50 NKH, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J50 NKH registered?

J50 NKH is a 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 7 November 2000.

Is J50 NKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J50 NKH shows 30 tests with a 63.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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