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A302 RYY

1983 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

125,322 mi
Last recorded125,322 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Caravelle58,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA302 RYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 125,322 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 125,257 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 125,156 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 124,865 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 124,626 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 124,328 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 124,328 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam BOTH SIDES (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid PUMP not working (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 124,063 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 123,935 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 123,905 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 123,905 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2013 123,633 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 121,098 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 121,098 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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A302 RYY is a 1983 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 58,848 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 A302 RYY, 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 43 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 A302 RYY registered?

A302 RYY is a 1983 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A302 RYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A302 RYY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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