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A7 VWJ

1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Grey Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,644 mi
Last recorded29,644 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan105,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 VWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 29,644 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2026 29,629 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 28,482 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 26,674 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 26,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 25,659 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 24,597 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 22,006 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 20,482 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 19,311 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 19,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 18,115 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 18,115 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 16,558 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 11,937 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 7,842 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 5,131 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 2,795 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 224,807 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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A7 VWJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 105,723 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 VWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 38 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 VWJ registered?

A7 VWJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is A7 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 VWJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 VWJ have outstanding finance?

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