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S157 XHL

1999 Volkswagen Caravelle

Black Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

272,672 mi
Last recorded272,672 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle152,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS157 XHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 272,672 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 267,689 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread worn. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe over suspension arm corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 257,654 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 245,495 miles

Reverse lamps not working.

Pass 31 Dec 2021 235,233 miles

Reverse lamps not working. Not required for test on this year of vehicle.

Fail 29 Dec 2021 235,232 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

reverse lights inop

Fail 22 Dec 2021 235,223 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark advise brake fluid change (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

reverse lights inop

Pass 25 Nov 2020 223,736 miles

Reversing lamps not working.

Fail 25 Nov 2020 223,736 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamps not working.

Pass 21 Jun 2019 211,357 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 211,201 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 200,719 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower B pillar. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 189,467 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 178,177 miles

N/S/Rear tyre worn on outer edge

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 164,756 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

coolant level low

Fail 17 Jun 2015 164,616 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

coolant level low

Pass 18 Jun 2014 151,611 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 137,751 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 123,403 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 123,344 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 113,026 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres treads wearing on inner edges

Pass 23 Jun 2010 104,011 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 96,785 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 88,212 miles

some play in steering rack

Pass 11 Jun 2007 81,591 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 81,591 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 May 2006 73,071 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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S157 XHL is a 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle in Black with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 152,111 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 S157 XHL, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S157 XHL registered?

S157 XHL is a 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 14 January 1999.

Is S157 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S157 XHL shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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