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JVV 927V

1979 Volkswagen Caravelle

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

49,838 mi
Last recorded49,838 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle63,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVV 927V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 49,838 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 49,097 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 46,561 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 46,559 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 45,064 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 45,063 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 44,070 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 41,843 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 39,557 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 37,102 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 37,750 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 36,906 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 36,765 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 35,624 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 35,570 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 35,397 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 34,981 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 34,415 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 34,415 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2007 32,617 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 31,620 miles
Pass 7 May 2005 67,689 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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JVV 927V is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 JVV 927V, 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

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What year was JVV 927V registered?

JVV 927V is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is JVV 927V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVV 927V shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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