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A7 FWC

2000 Volkswagen Caravelle

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,491 mi
Last recorded138,491 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle147,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 FWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 138,491 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Dec 2025 138,491 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 131,597 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 131,543 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 131,097 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 129,333 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 127,670 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 125,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 124,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing slightly on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 122,024 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 120,007 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 116,850 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 113,226 miles

offside inner steering joint worn

Pass 13 Sep 2014 110,437 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 7 Sep 2013 107,210 miles

all four tyres perished

brake pad warning light on

Pass 15 Sep 2012 103,892 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Sep 2011 99,300 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 94,915 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Not all Seats fitted at time of test.

Fail 2 Aug 2010 94,915 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Not all Seats fitted at time of test.

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 90,189 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 90,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 85,792 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 82,930 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 77,242 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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A7 FWC is a 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 147,556 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 A7 FWC, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 FWC registered?

A7 FWC is a 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 12 January 2000.

Is A7 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 FWC shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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