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HTU 824X

1981 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,684 mi
Last recorded37,684 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle63,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTU 824X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 37,684 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 35,789 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 33,224 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 30,050 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 25,654 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 19,255 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 14,892 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 11,134 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 7,567 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 4,745 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 4,669 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 99,669 miles

dip beam is working but when main beam is switched on the n/s dip beam is turned off

Pass 26 Apr 2011 94,143 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 88,763 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 83,106 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 78,892 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 78,892 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 78,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight play in seering rack retaining bushes.

Pass 15 Aug 2006 78,892 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2005 78,892 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 78,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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HTU 824X is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 2,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HTU 824X, 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

How do I check the history of HTU 824X?

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What year was HTU 824X registered?

HTU 824X is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is HTU 824X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTU 824X shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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