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L6 VWC

1998 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

117,552 mi
Last recorded117,552 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle151,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 VWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 117,552 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2018 117,531 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

engine oil level low.

Pass 23 Jun 2017 114,337 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 114,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn inner edge. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn inner edge. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 111,418 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

general age related corrosion to underside of vehicle.

n.s.f.tyre sidewall damaged,not deep enough to reach ply or cords.

some corrosion to n.s.inner sill/side loading door step.[viewed from under vehicle]

Pass 29 May 2015 110,871 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 110,827 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 110,827 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 110,329 miles

Battery insecure

Brake pedal still feels very long

Lowered springs fitted at rear

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Non standard wheels and tyres fitted (225/40x18)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Feb 2010 110,329 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Battery insecure

Lowered springs fitted at rear

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Non standard wheels and tyres fitted (225/40x18)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 109,586 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 109,555 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 106,081 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 106,081 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2006 98,117 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Dec 2006 98,086 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2005 89,896 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 89,896 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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L6 VWC is a 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 151,130 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 L6 VWC, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L6 VWC registered?

L6 VWC is a 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 12 June 1998.

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