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T2 LFJ

2000 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

100,817 mi
Last recorded100,817 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle147,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT2 LFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 100,817 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Nearside and offside. (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 100,795 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Engine management light on.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just meet would indicate it needs adjustment.

Pass 13 Jan 2025 100,125 miles

Engine management light on

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 99,675 miles

Centre exhaust deteriorating

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Jan 2023 97,748 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Slight play at steering wheel

Fail 11 Jan 2023 97,740 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Brake pad warning light on

Slight play at steering wheel

Pass 13 Jan 2022 94,274 miles

Brake pad warning light illuminated

Exhaust deteriorating

Offside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 94,273 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Brake pad warning light illuminated

Exhaust deteriorating

Offside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 93,004 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 91,885 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 85,185 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Jun 2017 77,115 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 69,525 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules nearside and offside (3.6.B.4e)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 67,233 miles

slight play in nearside front track arm

slight play in offside front track arm

Pass 28 Aug 2013 64,830 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 62,505 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 59,979 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 55,686 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 49,974 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 45,083 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 39,152 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 28,699 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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T2 LFJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 147,556 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 T2 LFJ, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T2 LFJ registered?

T2 LFJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 14 August 2000.

Is T2 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T2 LFJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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