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R37 VWL

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

Black Petrol 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

79,958 mi
Last recorded79,958 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle141,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR37 VWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 79,958 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened all front suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2026 79,897 miles

Front Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury inner sill holed (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened all front suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 78,423 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 75,651 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 75,651 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 71,762 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 71,762 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2022 69,042 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Mar 2021 68,591 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at calpier (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 67,716 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 66,756 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 65,569 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 65,059 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 64,378 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 63,105 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 62,017 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 59,978 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 58,604 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 57,846 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 54,880 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 50,091 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 May 2007 45,196 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 42,052 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R37 VWL is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle in Black with a 2,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R37 VWL, 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 R37 VWL registered?

R37 VWL is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R37 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R37 VWL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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