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S720 SVM

1999 Volkswagen Caravelle

Green Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

197,684 mi
Last recorded197,684 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle152,111 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS720 SVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 197,684 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 May 2026 197,682 miles

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 197,281 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes undesealed (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2024 197,261 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes undesealed (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 194,370 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2023 194,351 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 189,675 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 187,975 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 184,564 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 176,814 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Jan 2017 161,290 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 149,177 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 149,177 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 145,315 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 140,555 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 133,957 miles

No spare wheel with vehicle

Offside front abs rotator ring on outer c/v, cracked and rusty. Not causing fault.

Fail 6 Dec 2012 133,957 miles

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

No spare wheel with vehicle

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

Offside front abs rotator ring on outer c/v, cracked and rusty. Not causing fault.

Pass 19 Dec 2011 128,735 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 122,006 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 114,997 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 114,997 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2008 107,197 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 99,743 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 90,462 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 81,436 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 81,436 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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S720 SVM is a 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle in Green with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 S720 SVM, 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 S720 SVM registered?

S720 SVM is a 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S720 SVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S720 SVM shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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