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AP51 VTF

2002 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,008 mi
Last recorded174,008 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle146,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 VTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 174,008 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 161,183 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 154,580 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 153,611 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 145,037 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 132,089 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 132,089 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 117,080 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 105,042 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 29 Mar 2010 93,579 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

handbrake cable return spring is broken

Fail 26 Mar 2010 93,574 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

handbrake cable return spring is broken

Pass 24 Dec 2008 84,579 miles

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

Fail 24 Dec 2008 84,579 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2007 76,205 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 76,205 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 66,359 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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AP51 VTF is a 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 146,857 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 AP51 VTF, 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 24 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 AP51 VTF registered?

AP51 VTF is a 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 7 January 2002.

Is AP51 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 VTF shows 16 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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