2000 · 24 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2000 Volkswagen Caravelle MOT pass rate and common faults

535 MOT tests in 2024. 54.8% passed first time, compared with 61.5% for all cars the same age.

89Well below average
Passed first time54.8%
Failed or needed repairs45.2%
Typical mileage at test190,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 535 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength5.6%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.9%
  3. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.3%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.1%
  5. Rear fog lamp: not working4.1%
  6. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.1%
  7. Position lamp: not working3.9%
  8. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded3.4%
  9. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid3.4%
  10. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play2.8%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics27.3%
  2. Brakes26.4%
  3. Body & chassis22.1%
  4. Suspension16.8%
  5. Steering12.5%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.8%
  7. Emissions & leaks8.6%
  8. Tyres6.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine25.6%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded23.9%
  3. Non-component advisories: Play in steering rack inner joint(s)16.4%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm14.2%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened12.1%

Is it getting worse with age?

The same 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle cars, tested one year apart.

2023 pass rate (age 23)54.7%567 tests
2024 pass rate (age 24)54.8%535 tests
Change in one year+0.1 pointsaverage car: +0.9 points

All cars pass less often as they get older. The 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle is ageing about the same as an average car.

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle?

In 2024, 54.8% of 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle cars passed their MOT first time, across 535 tests. The average for all 24-year-old cars was 61.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 89, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).

Is the 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle getting worse with age?

In 2023, 54.7% passed first time. In 2024, 54.8% passed (+0.1 points). An average car that age changed by +0.9 points, so the 2000 Volkswagen Caravelle is ageing about the same as average.