MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
46,702 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
centre floor corrosion
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
centre floor corrosion
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
o/s/f suspension corrosion
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravelle?
Based on 422,168 MOT tests across 24,962 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SDR 816T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
Across all 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 63,791 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 SDR 816T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of SDR 816T?
You can check the full history of SDR 816T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was SDR 816T registered?
SDR 816T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 February 1979.
Is SDR 816T safe to buy?
The MOT history for SDR 816T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SDR 816T have outstanding finance?
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