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R632 PBW

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Petrol 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,187 mi
Last recorded81,187 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle141,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR632 PBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 81,187 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 79,914 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 78,322 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 74,519 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 72,723 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 67,261 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 64,637 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 64,637 miles

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

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

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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R632 PBW is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 2,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R632 PBW, 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 R632 PBW registered?

R632 PBW is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R632 PBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R632 PBW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R632 PBW have outstanding finance?

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