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VPG 540G

1968 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,918 mi
Last recorded78,918 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPG 540G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2023 78,918 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 78,845 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 78,754 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 78,640 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 78,551 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 78,499 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 78,416 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 78,224 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 78,056 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 77,876 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 24 Jun 2009 77,876 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 27 Jun 2008 77,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 77,327 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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VPG 540G is a 1968 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VPG 540G, 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 58 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VPG 540G registered?

VPG 540G is a 1968 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 August 1968.

Is VPG 540G safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPG 540G shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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