1997 Volkswagen Caravelle 2.5L Diesel · P278 GFC
1997 Volkswagen Caravelle (2.5L, diesel). First registered 22/05/1997. Recorded mileage 254,978 miles. MOT valid until 18/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 254,978 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 2459cc
P278 GFC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 254,978 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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P278 GFC Mileage History
- 19/12/2023254,597 mi
- 27/11/2024249,322 mi-5,275 mi
- 11/02/2025249,386 mi+64 mi
- 11/02/2026254,758 mi+5,372 mi
- 19/03/2026254,978 mi+220 mi
Average of roughly 169 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
P278 GFC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle (P278 GFC) between December 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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