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D334 HPX

1986 Volkswagen Caravan

Cream Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

233,451 mi
Last recorded233,451 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Caravan49,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD334 HPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1986
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 22 May 2026 233,451 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Outer sill corroded

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

poss fluid leak nearside rear?

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2024 233,438 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 233,420 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2019 233,345 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

offside front caliper bleed nipple broken

Pass 9 Aug 2018 233,198 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 23,254 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 23,254 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 231,794 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 231,794 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 231,633 miles

caravan lpg locker door taped closed

rear number plate/light panel loose on near side

Pass 18 Jun 2014 231,281 miles

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

near side of rear body trim insecure and off side rear trim damaged - suggest attention

off side door handle trigger seized - suggest attention

off side door mirror deteriated - suggest replacement

Fail 16 Jun 2014 231,281 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

near side of rear body trim insecure and off side rear trim damaged - suggest attention

off side door handle trigger seized - suggest attention

off side door mirror deteriated - suggest replacement

Pass 8 Aug 2012 231,092 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 7 Aug 2012 231,092 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 230,301 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

off side number plate light lens cracked

Pass 26 Jun 2009 229,005 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 229,005 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 228,299 miles

engine slightly smokey

front discs worn

slight wear n/s/f anti roll bar bushes

Fail 15 Feb 2008 228,299 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

engine slightly smokey

front discs worn

slight wear n/s/f anti roll bar bushes

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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D334 HPX is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravan in Cream with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 49,832 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 Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D334 HPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 40 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D334 HPX registered?

D334 HPX is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D334 HPX safe to buy?

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