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XRB 51S

1978 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,001 mi
Last recorded17,001 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Caravelle36,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRB 51S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 17,001 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 16,992 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 May 2016 16,900 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 16,123 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 15,188 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 14,818 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 14,818 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 14,230 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 13,517 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 51,204 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 51,208 miles

1.Coil insecure 2.Fuel filter mounted near wiring for starter motor

Battery insecure

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

Fail 12 Feb 2009 51,204 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

1.Coil insecure 2.Fuel filter mounted near wiring for starter motor

Battery insecure

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

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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XRB 51S is a 1978 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 36,208 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 XRB 51S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XRB 51S registered?

XRB 51S is a 1978 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 15 May 1978.

Is XRB 51S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRB 51S shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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