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KFV 162S

1978 Volkswagen Caravelle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,496 mi
Last recorded39,496 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Caravelle36,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFV 162S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 39,496 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 34,455 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 27,734 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 22,543 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 22,534 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 20,979 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 15,803 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 9,990 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 6,697 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 6,697 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 6 May 2008 90,128 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 88,228 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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KFV 162S is a 1978 Volkswagen Caravelle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 36,208 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 KFV 162S, 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 48 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 KFV 162S?

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What year was KFV 162S registered?

KFV 162S is a 1978 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is KFV 162S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFV 162S shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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