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KN03 HVZ

2003 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

204,422 mi
Last recorded204,422 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle140,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 HVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 204,422 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 189,326 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 176,886 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 174,070 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe @ caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe @ caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 174,070 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe @ caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe @ caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 162,967 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

spare wheel carrier corroded

Fail 7 Dec 2021 162,967 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

spare wheel carrier corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2020 158,177 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 158,177 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 150,520 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 144,061 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 144,061 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 138,235 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 130,005 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 130,005 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Central Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Central Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 2 hose.s (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 122,270 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 112,766 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 104,913 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 104,913 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 99,382 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 99,382 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 93,738 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 90,077 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 89,914 miles

Centre Rear Additional braking device insecure (3.6.I.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 77,346 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 66,993 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 66,993 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 54,242 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 42,995 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 31,906 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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KN03 HVZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 140,422 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 KN03 HVZ, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN03 HVZ registered?

KN03 HVZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is KN03 HVZ safe to buy?

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