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R676 SNN

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

Black Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

180,294 mi
Last recorded180,294 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle141,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR676 SNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 180,294 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2026 180,294 miles

Fuel pipe leaking injector leak off hoses (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 176,147 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged.

Pass 4 Apr 2024 173,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 169,079 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 165,525 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 162,616 miles

N/S Outer CV gaiter deteriorated.

N/S Steering rack gaiter deteriorated.

Pass 3 Dec 2019 161,063 miles

N/S Inner CV gaiter deteriorated.

N/S/F Bottom ball joint dust cover damaged.

Pass 4 Dec 2018 159,181 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 157,154 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 153,678 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 147,686 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2014 142,835 miles

Bonnet release catch faulty.

N/S/F Under vehicle area coroded.

O/S/F Tyre worn.

Pass 2 Jan 2014 137,639 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 132,964 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 127,774 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 120,217 miles

Both front flexable brake hoses perished.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake discs worn.

Pass 4 Nov 2009 110,640 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 103,256 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 103,250 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 94,139 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 85,083 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 77,042 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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R676 SNN is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle in Black with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R676 SNN, 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 R676 SNN?

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What year was R676 SNN registered?

R676 SNN is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is R676 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R676 SNN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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