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1998 VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE2.4L Diesel

S431 FTL

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 1998 VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE? It's a Diesel with a 2370cc engine showing 140,315 miles. MOT is valid and it's taxed for the road. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT

Valid

Expires 28/09/2026

Tax

Taxed

Expires 01/04/2027

£8.99

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Mileage: 140,315
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1998
Engine: 2370cc

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Public record health check: Average.

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✓ Valid MOT

✓ Taxed

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 01:02

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1998, this Volkswagen Caravelle with plate S431 FTL has undergone 5 MOT inspections since October 2023.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 60% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 2 fails. This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.

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ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

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Buying Score

52/100

Risk Level

Medium

Est. Annual Cost

£1,200-£1,500

Mileage

The mileage of 140,315 is consistent wit...

Our Verdict

Proceed with caution and a thorough mechanical inspection. While the vehicle has maintained steady mileage, the recent 'Dangerous' MOT failure regarding brake discs is a significant red flag that requires immediate verification of recent repairs.

When inspecting this Caravelle, your primary focus should be the braking system and suspension. The most recent MOT failure in September 2025 was a 'Dangerous' classification due to a weakened rear brake disc; ensure you receive documented proof that this part was replaced with a high-quality component. Do not take the seller's word alone; check the physical condition of the discs and pads.

Secondly, investigate the history of the coil springs. This vehicle has a recurring issue with fractured rear coil springs (noted in both 2022 and 2024). Ask if the entire rear suspension setup has been refreshed or just individual springs. Finally, request a detailed service history for the 2370cc diesel engine, as these older VW units are robust but rely heavily on timely oil changes and timing belt intervals to avoid catastrophic failure.

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