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RF59 SZN

2010 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,710 mi
Last recorded78,710 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Caravelle78,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF59 SZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 78,710 miles

Rear Inner both rear tyres slight inner edge wear

Pass 1 Sep 2025 71,936 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 66,207 miles

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

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

rear exhaust box outer skin corrosion

Pass 5 Sep 2023 59,828 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 59,821 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 55,060 miles

Both rear brake hoses have been rerouted away from the suspension airbags by the use of tie-wraps. This is not an ideal solution, as they are slightly under tension, and likely to chafe.

Exhaust system deteriorated due to corrosion.

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively Incorrectly routed, under tension, and chafing on hydraulic brake hose. (1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside rear suspension airbag upper mounting plate has 1 of 4 fasteners missing. This does not make the unit insecure.

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 53,305 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 53,304 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 48,817 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 44,409 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 41,920 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 38,849 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 34,130 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked/perished

Offside Rear tyre cracked/perished

Fail 7 Jan 2015 28,929 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

zero emissions reading

Pass 7 Jan 2015 28,929 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

zero emissions reading

Pass 24 Dec 2013 25,703 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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RF59 SZN is a 2010 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 78,643 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 RF59 SZN, 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 16 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF59 SZN registered?

RF59 SZN is a 2010 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 29 January 2010.

Is RF59 SZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF59 SZN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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