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M3 CYG

1996 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

83,560 mi
Last recorded83,560 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle152,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 CYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 83,560 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 83,559 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front seat belt twisted

Pass 14 Jan 2021 83,218 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 83,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2020 82,793 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 82,793 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front/pipe hole (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 82,552 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 82,552 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel return pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 82,075 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 82,071 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 81,677 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2017 81,677 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure bush worn (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear passenger door catch insecure only on first catch (6.2.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 80,854 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 79,713 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 78,565 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 78,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 77,053 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 75,031 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 72,642 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 70,905 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 70,905 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 69,187 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 65,904 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 62,339 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 62,339 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 53,979 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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M3 CYG is a 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 152,173 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 M3 CYG, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M3 CYG registered?

M3 CYG is a 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is M3 CYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 CYG shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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