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C170 YLJ

1986 Volkswagen Caravelle

Beige Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,439 mi
Last recorded61,439 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle59,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC170 YLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 61,439 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 60,807 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 60,002 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 58,728 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 57,822 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 56,573 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 54,871 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 53,246 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 51,483 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 48,740 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 46,824 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 40,366 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 37,689 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 37,689 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 35,567 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 26,740 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Dec 2008 76,120 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 76,120 miles

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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C170 YLJ is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle in Beige with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 59,474 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C170 YLJ, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C170 YLJ?

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What year was C170 YLJ registered?

C170 YLJ is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C170 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C170 YLJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C170 YLJ have outstanding finance?

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