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GEZ 7201

1993 Volkswagen Caravelle

Green Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

387,752 mi
Last recorded387,752 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle139,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEZ 7201
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 387,752 miles

GENERAL SURFACE CORROSION UNDERNEATH

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2024 372,329 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 342,468 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

surface corrosion on underside of vehicle and components

Pass 3 May 2022 319,561 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 12 Apr 2022 319,559 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Central Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced N/S Outer And Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2022 319,513 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Coolant leak ()

Pass 5 Aug 2020 296,582 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 295,594 miles

Heavy corrosion on rear cross-member within 30cm of tow bar mounting but tow bar partially removed / unuseable

Fail 17 May 2018 295,594 miles

Heavy corrosion on rear cross-member within 30cm of tow bar mounting but tow bar partially removed / unuseable

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 282,729 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 263,277 miles

slight play in off side front outer antiroll bar link

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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GEZ 7201 is a 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle in Green with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 139,911 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 GEZ 7201, 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 33 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 GEZ 7201 registered?

GEZ 7201 is a 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 18 March 1993.

Is GEZ 7201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEZ 7201 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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