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JVU 200V

1980 Volkswagen Caravelle

Orange Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,647 mi
Last recorded20,647 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Caravelle52,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVU 200V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 20,647 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 20,160 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 20,149 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 20,006 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 19,867 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 19,843 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 19,518 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 19,448 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 18,992 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 17,764 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 16,560 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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JVU 200V is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravelle in Orange with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 52,720 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 JVU 200V, 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 46 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 JVU 200V?

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What year was JVU 200V registered?

JVU 200V is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 14 March 1980.

Is JVU 200V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVU 200V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JVU 200V have outstanding finance?

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