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H998 GPL

1991 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Petrol 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

21,173 mi
Last recorded21,173 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Caravelle131,785 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH998 GPL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 21,173 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 20,790 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 20,790 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 20,399 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 23 Aug 2022 20,201 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexi ferrule rusty (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 20,201 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexi ferrule rusty (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 19,813 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 19,811 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2017 19,800 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 19,796 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 19,772 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 19,756 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 19,612 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 19,399 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 19,243 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 18,831 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 18,521 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 18,241 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 17,762 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 17,612 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 17,612 miles

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

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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H998 GPL is a 1991 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 2,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 131,785 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 H998 GPL, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H998 GPL is a 1991 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 17 January 1991.

Is H998 GPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H998 GPL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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