VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE MOT pass rate
71.0% of 32,989 VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE MOT tests pass.
The CARAVELLE passes 71.0% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
The VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE passes 71.0% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE tested at 0–3 years pass 89.1% of the time, compared with just 63.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 89.1% | 650 | 27,331 miles |
| 3–6 years | 86.9% | 3,529 | 44,004 miles |
| 6–10 years | 80.4% | 5,238 | 77,803 miles |
| 10–15 years | 75.5% | 5,317 | 108,689 miles |
| 15+ years | 63.2% | 18,255 | 155,178 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 53.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 53.3% | Not working |
| Suspension | 48.6% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Brakes | 45.7% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Body, chassis, structure | 30.2% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Tyres | 18.0% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 17.4% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 12.8% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 12.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.6% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.9% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE?
- 71.0% of VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE MOT tests pass, based on 32,989 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 53.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.