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SJ51 DWL

2001 Volkswagen Caravelle

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,374 mi
Last recorded119,374 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle148,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ51 DWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 May 2013 119,374 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 118,980 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 117,092 miles

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

brake pad warning light in dash

Pass 17 May 2010 115,498 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2009 114,623 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 107,801 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 97,514 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 89,385 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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SJ51 DWL is a 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 148,408 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 SJ51 DWL, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJ51 DWL?

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What year was SJ51 DWL registered?

SJ51 DWL is a 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is SJ51 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ51 DWL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJ51 DWL have outstanding finance?

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