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N162 PHM

1996 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

183,649 mi
Last recorded183,649 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle152,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN162 PHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2022 183,649 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded runs along side of the fuel tank pipe marked (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel system component leaking pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis in front of wheel under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis in front of wheel under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced engine bay near battery (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 180,807 miles

both front tyres wall damaged

Fail 23 Feb 2021 180,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill holed corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill holed corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

both front tyres wall damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2020 174,857 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 174,352 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2019 167,465 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 167,465 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2018 167,428 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill holed corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2017 161,359 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 159,491 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear indicators discoloured

Pass 30 Sep 2014 157,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 153,644 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 149,914 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 143,776 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 143,776 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 138,595 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 138,595 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 135,566 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 129,668 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 129,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 124,197 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 120,342 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 116,009 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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N162 PHM is a 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 N162 PHM, 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 N162 PHM registered?

N162 PHM is a 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 22 February 1996.

Is N162 PHM safe to buy?

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