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SDR 816T

1979 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

46,702 mi
Last recorded46,702 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Caravelle63,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDR 816T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 46,702 miles

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))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 45,008 miles

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))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 43,829 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 42,523 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 40,330 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 39,625 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 39,554 miles

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

centre floor corrosion

Fail 29 Oct 2014 39,543 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 37,219 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 37,203 miles

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)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 33,961 miles

o/s/f suspension corrosion

Pass 6 Oct 2011 22,907 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 25,295 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 25,295 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 22,655 miles

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 22,655 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 21,591 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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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?

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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.

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