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B295 DJN

1985 Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

75,214 mi
Last recorded75,214 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle57,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB295 DJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 75,214 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak engine diff & gearbox slight leaks ()

n/s inner & outer & o/s outer gaiters insecure & leaking grease

Fail 15 Sep 2017 75,214 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 4.95% (7.3.B.1a)

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases no1 cyl flange & rusted away no 3 cyl flange missing securing nut (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Front brakes binding slightly n/s 30 kg o/s 32 kg

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak engine diff & gearbox slight leaks ()

front brake back plates severely rusted

n/s inner & outer & o/s outer gaiters insecure & leaking grease

Pass 15 Sep 2016 75,175 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 75,132 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 75,064 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 75,064 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 75,017 miles

slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 17 Sep 2012 72,942 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 72,942 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 71,307 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 71,307 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 70,818 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 68,450 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 68,450 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 69,919 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 69,918 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

O/S/F BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravelle?

Based on 422,168 MOT tests across 24,962 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
5,286
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
24,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 8,177
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,845
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,266
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,996
position lamp(s) not working 4,827
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B295 DJN is a 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle in Grey with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 57,385 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravelle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 8,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B295 DJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravelle typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B295 DJN registered?

B295 DJN is a 1985 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 5 July 1985.

Is B295 DJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B295 DJN shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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