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D480 SNK

1987 Volkswagen Motorcaravan

White Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

163,593 mi
Last recorded163,593 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD480 SNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc
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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 163,593 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 163,593 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 155,522 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 155,522 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 148,240 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 148,240 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 141,537 miles

Slight play in steering rack mounting bushes

Pass 11 Jan 2022 137,036 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 137,036 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin Tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 133,629 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 133,629 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure under wishbone (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure under wishbone (1.1.15 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on wishbone (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2019 131,261 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 131,237 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 5 Jul 2017 131,222 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion Off side sill corroded (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 130,224 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 130,221 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 128,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2005 126,735 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorcaravan?

Based on 2,605 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,353
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Stop lamp not working 90
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 79
position lamp(s) not working 63
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D480 SNK is a 1987 Volkswagen Motorcaravan in White with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorcaravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D480 SNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 39 years old, this Volkswagen Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D480 SNK registered?

D480 SNK is a 1987 Volkswagen Motorcaravan, first registered on 10 April 1987.

Is D480 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D480 SNK shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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