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R453 MRN

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,662 mi
Last recorded64,662 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle141,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR453 MRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 64,662 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2023 64,660 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 62,089 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 62,072 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 59,799 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 59,796 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 53,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 45,332 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 36,216 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 36,209 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to calipur (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded on steering rack (2.3.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking pipe on steering rack (2.3.3b)

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

All brake discs corroded

Front valence corroded

Fail 30 Apr 2015 36,209 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

NSF indicator lense cracked

NSF tyre low pressure

Front indicators going white

Front valence corroding

OSF tyre worn on edges

Radiator slight leak

Pass 24 Jul 2013 36,209 miles

n/s front indicator lens cracked

o/s front tyre worn on edges

Fail 16 May 2013 36,209 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

NSF indicator lense cracked

OSF tyre worn on edges and low in tread

Pass 2 May 2012 34,322 miles

shallow cut n/s rear tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,206 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres worn on edges

o/s rear brake pipe

Pass 13 Apr 2010 16,878 miles

front half of the handbrake cable fraying

Pass 18 Apr 2009 4,192 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 4,192 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 120,420 miles

both front tyres getting low

Pass 19 Apr 2007 105,268 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 90,061 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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R453 MRN is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R453 MRN, 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.

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What year was R453 MRN registered?

R453 MRN is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is R453 MRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R453 MRN shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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