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SW61 TKY

2012 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,752 mi
Last recorded67,752 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Motor Caravan45,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 TKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 67,752 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 67,408 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 66,598 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 64,964 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 64,941 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Central Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps bulb replaced to pass (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Apr 2022 64,620 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 64,254 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 64,243 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

horn operates with washers

Pass 14 May 2019 61,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn KINGPIN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2019 61,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn KINGPIN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 May 2018 58,595 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 56,414 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 56,413 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 56,240 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2016 56,240 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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SW61 TKY is a 2012 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 45,968 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW61 TKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW61 TKY registered?

SW61 TKY is a 2012 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is SW61 TKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 TKY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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