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R108 MDV

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

8,507 mi
Last recorded8,507 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle141,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR108 MDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 8,507 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 8,509 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 8,496 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 8,492 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 8,489 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 8,487 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 8,485 miles

offside rear brakes grabbing slighty

Pass 23 May 2013 8,295 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 8,200 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 8,198 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 6,578 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 6,351 miles

All four tyre tread/walls cracking

Pass 1 Jun 2009 6,021 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 5,584 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 4,794 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 955 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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R108 MDV is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R108 MDV, 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

How do I check the history of R108 MDV?

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What year was R108 MDV registered?

R108 MDV is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R108 MDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R108 MDV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R108 MDV have outstanding finance?

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