1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 2.5L Diesel · S810 AKP
1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 1999. Recorded mileage 157,416 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jul 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,416 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
S810 AKP Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2023
- 157,416 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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S810 AKP Mileage History
- 03/07/2023157,416 mi
- 03/07/2023157,416 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
S810 AKP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (S810 AKP) between July 2023 and July 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution. This vehic
The primary concern is the current MOT status; as the last record is from 2023, the vehicle will require a comprehensive inspection and a new test before it can be legally driven. You should negotiate the price heavily to account for the potential repairs needed to make the vehicle roadworthy after such a long gap in testing.
Verify the service history for the 2.5L diesel engine, paying particular attention to the timing belt replacement intervals. Given the vehicle's age, ensure you have proof of any major mechanical overhauls, as parts for 1990s models can vary in availability.
As a 1999 diesel, this vehicle will likely fall into a higher road tax bracket than modern alternatives. Insurance for a large, older MPV can vary, but the 2.5L engine size suggests moderate fuel consumption for a vehicle of this weight and era.
Maintenance costs are expected to be high due to the vehicle's 27-year age. Preventative repairs to aging rubber components, seals, and suspension bushings will be necessary to keep the vehicle operational, leading to higher annual upkeep than a newer model.
Specifically inspect the passenger seat mounts, as the July 2023 MOT failure explicitly noted the seat was insecure. Check all exterior lighting, including the offside headlamp aim and stop lamps, which were both flagged as failures during the last recorded test.
Conduct a thorough check for structural corrosion, particularly on the sills, wheel arches, and underbody, which is common for vehicles of this vintage. Additionally, test the windscreen washer system to ensure the failure recorded in 2023 was fully resolved.
This is a 1999 grey Volkswagen Caravelle equipped with a 2.5L diesel engine. The last recorded mileage was 157,416 miles in July 2023. While it eventually passed its last test, there has been a total absence of MOT data for over three years.
No aggregate data is available for the Caravelle, though 1990s Volkswagen diesel engines are generally regarded for their longevity.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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