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C8 RCC

2001 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

279,175 mi
Last recorded279,175 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle148,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 RCC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 279,175 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 268,025 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 252,069 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 236,646 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 223,305 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 217,290 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 214,310 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 214,310 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 206,289 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 197,251 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 185,490 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 171,018 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 158,799 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 158,799 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 146,697 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 134,657 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 134,657 miles

Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 119,711 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 107,861 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 97,758 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 97,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 87,380 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 84,238 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 12 Jun 2007 66,972 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 66,972 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 50,969 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 12 Jun 2006 50,968 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

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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C8 RCC is a 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 148,408 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 C8 RCC, 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 25 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 C8 RCC registered?

C8 RCC is a 2001 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is C8 RCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 RCC shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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