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C218 FYD

1986 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,859 mi
Last recorded95,859 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle59,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC218 FYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 95,859 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 91,707 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 91,298 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 91,298 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine ROCKER COVERS LEAKING OIL ON TO EXHAUST (8.4.1 (a) (i))

EXHAUST CLAMP CORRODED

REAR HEAT SHEILD INSECURE

Pass 3 Apr 2023 90,675 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 89,275 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 86,479 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 86,479 miles

Brake performance not tested fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 84,906 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 84,906 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle n/s 263. o/s 379 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 80,959 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 80,936 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 79,240 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 74,602 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 73,023 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 71,911 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 4 May 2011 71,911 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 70,210 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 68,541 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 68,177 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 68,177 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 18 Jun 2007 67,639 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 67,639 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 64,187 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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C218 FYD is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C218 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C218 FYD registered?

C218 FYD is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C218 FYD safe to buy?

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