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R131 XGC

1998 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,066 mi
Last recorded25,066 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle151,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 XGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 25,066 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 25,066 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 24,975 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 24,975 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 24,867 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 24,859 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 23,258 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,252 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 23,018 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 22,308 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 21,856 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 20,886 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 20,307 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 20,272 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Jun 2009 20,272 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 18,742 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 17,983 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 16,301 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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R131 XGC is a 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 151,130 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 R131 XGC, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R131 XGC registered?

R131 XGC is a 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 14 July 1998.

Is R131 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R131 XGC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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