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S455 KNW

1999 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,689 mi
Last recorded146,689 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle152,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS455 KNW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 146,689 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 144,865 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 138,509 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 132,504 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 125,147 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 115,675 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 108,270 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 101,835 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 95,197 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 91,922 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 86,829 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 84,163 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

roof rack sticks out above doors at os

Pass 8 Nov 2013 80,684 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 79,289 miles

inside of nsf tyre slightly perished

Pass 27 Oct 2011 73,639 miles

Both front and both rear tyres slightly perished

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 70,310 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pipes surface rust

Pass 13 Oct 2009 60,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both registration plates slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Mar 2008 48,146 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 35,697 miles

slight distortion in both registration plates

Pass 10 Jan 2006 23,750 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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S455 KNW is a 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S455 KNW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S455 KNW registered?

S455 KNW is a 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 28 January 1999.

Is S455 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S455 KNW shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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