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J540 BVG

1991 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

91,961 mi
Last recorded91,961 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Caravelle131,785 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ540 BVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 91,961 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 91,212 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 90,487 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 89,869 miles

Nearside Front tie bar bush worn

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

Pass 11 May 2022 89,061 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 87,875 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 87,437 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 86,888 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 85,635 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 85,635 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 May 2017 84,987 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 84,608 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 84,067 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 83,164 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 82,217 miles

Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 81,222 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 99,770 miles

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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J540 BVG is a 1991 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J540 BVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J540 BVG?

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What year was J540 BVG registered?

J540 BVG is a 1991 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J540 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J540 BVG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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