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YU52 VNV

2003 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,687 mi
Last recorded84,687 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle140,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU52 VNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 84,687 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 May 2025 83,038 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 83,031 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 81,466 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front PERISHING

Pass 18 Apr 2023 80,017 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and o/s/f to calliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2023 80,017 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and o/s/f to calliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 78,818 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 76,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO CALIPER (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO CALIPER (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 75,626 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 73,379 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 71,196 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 70,860 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 70,860 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 69,968 miles

Front Lower shock absorber bushes deteriorating

Nearside wiper blade split

Pass 7 Aug 2014 67,214 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 62,735 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 62,735 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 58,061 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 51,249 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 44,183 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2010 44,156 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 38,105 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 31,277 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 25,463 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 25,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 20,799 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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YU52 VNV is a 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 140,422 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 YU52 VNV, 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 23 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 YU52 VNV?

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What year was YU52 VNV registered?

YU52 VNV is a 2003 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is YU52 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU52 VNV shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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