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D156 GHN

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

156,237 mi
Last recorded156,237 miles
Recorded on29 May 2017
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD156 GHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 May 2017 156,237 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg inner and outer (6.1.A.1)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 154,580 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 154,578 miles

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

brakes not tested

Pass 20 Jun 2015 152,070 miles

Vehicle underside schutz'd

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 152,070 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Hand brake cable hanging down and damaged

O/S/F tyre cracking on sidewall

Vehicle underside schutz'd

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 151,109 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 150,048 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 150,036 miles

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 148,816 miles

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

offside cill area corroded but not affecting braking or steering

Pass 31 Mar 2009 147,607 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 144,979 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 144,979 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 142,058 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 140,132 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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D156 GHN is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 D156 GHN, 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 D156 GHN registered?

D156 GHN is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 12 May 1987.

Is D156 GHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D156 GHN shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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