VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN MOT pass rate
72.3% of 2,522 VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN MOT tests pass.
The MOTOR CARAVAN passes 72.3% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
The VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN passes 72.3% 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 MOTOR CARAVAN tested at 3–6 years pass 91.2% of the time, compared with just 69.7% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (13) | 13 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 91.2% | 102 | 57,571 miles |
| 6–10 years | 84.4% | 135 | 67,106 miles |
| 10–15 years | 76.7% | 275 | 78,775 miles |
| 15+ years | 69.7% | 1,997 | 80,475 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 72.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 72.7% | Not working |
| Brakes | 63.3% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Body, chassis, structure | 34.6% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Suspension | 34.0% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Visibility | 30.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 17.0% | Emissions carbon monoxide content excessive |
| Steering | 16.0% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Tyres | 11.7% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 6.3% | 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 MOTOR CARAVAN?
- 72.3% of VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN MOT tests pass, based on 2,522 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 72.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN MOTOR CARAVAN'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.