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NCW 212X

1981 Volkswagen Caravelle

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

116,347 mi
Last recorded116,347 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle63,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCW 212X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 116,347 miles

Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2018 116,337 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch rear holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 103,130 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 15 Oct 2016 7,620 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Oct 2015 4,270 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 33,113 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 653 miles

exhaust very rusty

o/s/f tyre wall cracked/perriessed

Pass 28 Aug 2012 99,381 miles

n/s/f tyre perriest cracked

Pass 30 Aug 2011 97,701 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 97,701 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 96,638 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 96,638 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 95,506 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 93,423 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 90,327 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 87,448 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 87,448 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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NCW 212X is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 63,108 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 NCW 212X, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NCW 212X registered?

NCW 212X is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 17 August 1981.

Is NCW 212X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCW 212X shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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