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BU02 FSE

2002 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

278,897 mi
Last recorded278,897 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle146,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 FSE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 278,897 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 278,881 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 275,833 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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BU02 FSE is a 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU02 FSE, 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

How do I check the history of BU02 FSE?

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What year was BU02 FSE registered?

BU02 FSE is a 2002 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BU02 FSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 FSE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU02 FSE have outstanding finance?

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