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D420 LNG

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

Beige Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,023 mi
Last recorded97,023 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD420 LNG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 97,023 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 94,836 miles

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 94,836 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 94,005 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 92,559 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 85,857 miles

Rear slight corrosion to rear

Pass 2 Sep 2021 84,209 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 83,345 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 83,345 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 83,161 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 81,890 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 80,634 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 79,740 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 78,345 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 77,177 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 76,467 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 75,083 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 74,905 miles

both rear brake hose ends corroding

centre exhaust joint corroding

corrosion to n/s/r inner wheel arch area

n/s/ seat belt slightly frayed

o/s/f tyre cracking and tyre has cut

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 24 Aug 2011 74,905 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

both rear brake hose ends corroding

centre exhaust joint corroding

n/s/ seat belt slightly frayed

o/s/f tyre cracking and tyre has cut

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 25 Aug 2010 74,589 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 74,589 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 20 Aug 2009 73,852 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 73,077 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 73,077 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fail 29 Aug 2007 72,324 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 72,324 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 71,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 71,031 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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D420 LNG is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in Beige with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D420 LNG, 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.

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What year was D420 LNG registered?

D420 LNG is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 8 May 1987.

Is D420 LNG safe to buy?

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