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P895 JHE

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

32,599 mi
Last recorded32,599 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle141,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP895 JHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 32,599 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 32,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 32,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 32,349 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 31,971 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS AND O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS AND OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing A LL 4 TYRES CRACKING OUTTER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 31,962 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 31,680 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 31,387 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2019 31,387 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 30,087 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 29,681 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 28,369 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 27,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 27,231 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 26,437 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 24,962 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 23,799 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,362 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 19,784 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 18,379 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 16,858 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 15,675 miles

O/S/F/IND TURNING WHITE CLOSE TO LIMIT

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 15,675 miles

O/S/F/IND TURNING WHITE CLOSE TO LIMIT

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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P895 JHE is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 141,911 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 P895 JHE, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P895 JHE registered?

P895 JHE is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P895 JHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P895 JHE shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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