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UCW 568X

1981 Volkswagen Caravelle

Brown Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

59,181 mi
Last recorded59,181 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle63,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCW 568X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 59,181 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2025 59,181 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 59,044 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2023 58,863 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 58,268 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 57,838 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 57,696 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 56,872 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 56,872 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 56,189 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 55,548 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 54,749 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 53,443 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 52,103 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 50,734 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 47,840 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 157,721 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 156,035 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 153,806 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 153,806 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 153,806 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 153,267 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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UCW 568X is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle in Brown with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 63,108 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 UCW 568X, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UCW 568X registered?

UCW 568X is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 29 October 1981.

Is UCW 568X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCW 568X 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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