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D129 YMX

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

114,177 mi
Last recorded114,177 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD129 YMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 114,177 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 112,771 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 109,341 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 104,829 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 100,025 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 97,149 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 91,282 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 83,536 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 76,081 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 71,157 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 66,798 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 59,622 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 58,991 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/f tyre perished

Fail 12 Jul 2008 58,984 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 28 Jul 2007 57,726 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 56,690 miles

N/S/F wiper rubber starting to split.

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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D129 YMX is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 99,479 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 D129 YMX, 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 39 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 D129 YMX registered?

D129 YMX is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 13 February 1987.

Is D129 YMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D129 YMX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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