MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,898 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Central Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Brake performance not tested Brake failure (1.2.1 (g))
Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed, marked in chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Previous repairs not completed welded marked in chalk (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Jacking point holed including panel its mounted on. marked in chalk (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Covered in underseal, but popped during brake test due to excessive corrosion (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Jacking point marked in chalk (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Holed by suspension arm mounting point in inner arch. marked by chalk (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Jacking point holed including panel its mounted on. marked in chalk (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Multiple holes on outer sill along length of vehicle. marked in chalk (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Multiple holes on inner sill along length of vehicle. marked in chalk (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Jacking point marked in chalk (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
All suspension components heavily corroded
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in underseal. unsure of condition. highly advise to have closer look due to one popping (1.1.11 (c))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear suspension mounting on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
underbody corroded, including inner and outer sills
Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
o/s inner sill corroded
Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength and outer wheel arches detached (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
advise main beam tell tail inop
front wheel back plates corroded
n/s/f inner wheel arch corroded
n/s/r inner wheel arch corroded
o/s inner sill corroded
parking brake 16%
Brake pipe excessively corroded to n/s/r hose and o/s/r hose (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded foor (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded ourigger (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front panel (2.2.C.1h)
advise track rod end nuts corroded
Front Suspension bushes perishing
Nearside Front Inner arch . Under side vehicle corroded
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre wall cracking not near limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Ns os (3.6.B.4e)
Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Ns os (2.6.2)
locking nuts on suspension corroded
o/s/f tyre wearing on edge
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
locking nuts on suspension corroded
o/s/f tyre wearing on edge
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
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C216 FYD is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.
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 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 C216 FYD, 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.
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C216 FYD is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 14 February 1986.
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