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GFB 634W

1981 Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

114,456 mi
Last recorded114,456 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle63,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 634W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2011 114,456 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 110,483 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 104,530 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 101,497 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 99,987 miles

All rear seats missing

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Non-standard rear suspension springs fitted

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Vehicle is L.H.D.

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 99,987 miles

All rear seats missing

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Non-standard rear suspension springs fitted

Vehicle is L.H.D.

Pass 24 Nov 2006 99,987 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 99,987 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 2 Oct 2006 99,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 99,987 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2005 99,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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GFB 634W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle in Silver with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 63,108 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 GFB 634W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GFB 634W registered?

GFB 634W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is GFB 634W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFB 634W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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