Volkswagen Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A
From 1,432 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Caravelle Executive Tdi S-As fare better: 2021 models pass at 86.7% vs 91% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 33 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 33 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 23 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 18 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 16 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 14 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 12 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 10 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 4 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 32.6% of Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 55.8% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £144.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
| 2020 | 91% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Caravelle Executive Tdi S-As tested had between 20,028 and 35,401 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,423 median miles, the Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A has 0.039 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Volkswagen models
| Volkswagen Golf | 79.1% |
| Volkswagen Polo | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Transporter | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 84.6% |
| Volkswagen Passat | 76.9% |
Common questions
What is the Volkswagen Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A has a 88.5% MOT pass rate based on 1,432 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 33 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A is 29,423 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 20,028 and 35,401 miles.
Buying a used Caravelle Executive Tdi S-A?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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