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R990 OFR

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

150,082 mi
Last recorded150,082 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle141,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR990 OFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 150,082 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 149,969 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 139,328 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 139,325 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 127,924 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 127,920 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering suspension mount (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2023 120,846 miles

steering wheel outer cover loose

Fail 22 Mar 2023 120,843 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by damage within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached out rigger behind exhaust box (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

steering wheel outer cover loose

Pass 19 Oct 2021 119,898 miles

offside and nearside front inner wings corroded but not in prescribed area

offside and nearside inner sills corroded but not in prescribed area

Fail 19 Oct 2021 119,898 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

offside and nearside front inner wings corroded but not in prescribed area

offside and nearside inner sills corroded but not in prescribed area

Pass 14 Oct 2020 119,525 miles

Inner sills corroded but not in prescribed area

Inner wings corroded but not in prescribed areas

Fail 5 Oct 2020 119,503 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Inner sills corroded but not in prescribed area

Inner wings corroded but not in prescribed areas

Pass 8 Oct 2019 118,427 miles

nearside and offside front inner wings corroded but not in prescribed areas

nearside and offside inner sills corroded but not in prescribed areas

Fail 8 Oct 2019 118,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

nearside and offside front inner wings corroded but not in prescribed areas

nearside and offside inner sills corroded but not in prescribed areas

Pass 9 Oct 2018 116,107 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside and offside inner and outer sills corroded but not in prescribed areas

Pass 6 Oct 2017 111,307 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 107,958 miles

Offside and nearside front inner wings corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2015 104,601 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 104,601 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 100,610 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 97,099 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 97,099 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 92,982 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 88,904 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 83,528 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 78,378 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 73,170 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 67,573 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 64,982 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 64,982 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 61,903 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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R990 OFR is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

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 R990 OFR, 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 R990 OFR registered?

R990 OFR is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R990 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R990 OFR shows 31 tests with a 67.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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