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OPY 274X

1981 Volkswagen Caravelle

Brown Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

46,803 mi
Last recorded46,803 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle63,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPY 274X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 46,803 miles

Corrosion to floor pan behind osr bumper corner, holed slightly

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Fail 12 May 2025 46,784 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Corrosion to floor pan behind osr bumper corner, holed slightly

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 46,509 miles

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

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

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 46,500 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2018 46,500 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2017 46,452 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 46,452 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 46,228 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 45,973 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 45,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

brake pipes greased

Fail 7 May 2014 45,963 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

brake pipes greased

Pass 11 Jun 2013 45,461 miles

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

Oil leak

all brake pipes greased

offside rear brake slightly binding

offside rear floor corroded but not in prescibed area

Pass 25 May 2012 45,268 miles

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

Oil leak

all brake pipes greased

offside rear floor c orroded but not in a prescribed area

Pass 6 May 2011 45,134 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 44,809 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 44,809 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2009 44,621 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 44,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Apr 2008 44,530 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 44,113 miles

both rear & osf brake hoses metal ends slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2005 42,979 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2005 42,979 miles

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

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

slight movement in both rear wheel bearings

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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OPY 274X is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle in Brown with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 OPY 274X, 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 OPY 274X registered?

OPY 274X is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 15 September 1981.

Is OPY 274X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPY 274X shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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