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S468 JLM

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests24 (24 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,920 mi
Last recorded139,920 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle141,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS468 JLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

24 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2026 139,920 miles

Nearside Front Outer corrosion

Pass 30 Sep 2025 139,210 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 137,456 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Speedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 137,139 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 136,549 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 136,490 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 135,689 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 135,134 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 134,532 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 134,501 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 134,494 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 134,351 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 133,975 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 132,973 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 11 Mar 2015 131,115 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 130,158 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 129,520 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 127,364 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 122,411 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 120,569 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)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 118,139 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2008

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 116,475 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 109,771 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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S468 JLM is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S468 JLM, 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

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What year was S468 JLM registered?

S468 JLM is a 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S468 JLM safe to buy?

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