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D766 HYR

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

36,851 mi
Last recorded36,851 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD766 HYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 36,851 miles

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

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Box sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 35,428 miles

Both front door step sills corroded

Both rear inner arches holed and corroded

General corrosion to bodywork

Pass 5 Aug 2021 33,874 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front steps. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under the back of rear wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all round and under body corrosion.

Fail 2 Aug 2021 33,873 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front steps. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under the back of rear wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all round and under body corrosion.

Pass 3 Jan 2019 32,777 miles

O/S front step corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2018 32,268 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 31,001 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f door steps slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 11 Jan 2016 30,415 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 30,375 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 30,350 miles

Toe bar wiring socket insecure

Pass 17 Aug 2012 30,206 miles

corrosion offside rear not within prescribed areas

possible offside rear wheel bearing noise started

tow-bar electrics becoming insecure

Pass 22 Aug 2011 29,970 miles

ofside rear inner arch corroded

Fail 22 Aug 2011 29,970 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

ofside rear inner arch corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2010 29,768 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 29,366 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 26,442 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 26,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 24,500 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 24,066 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 24,066 miles

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

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/f tyres showing signs of age

Pass 10 Aug 2005 22,813 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 22,808 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively 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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D766 HYR is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 D766 HYR, 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 D766 HYR registered?

D766 HYR is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 10 June 1987.

Is D766 HYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D766 HYR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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