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D772 RTM

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,431 mi
Last recorded168,431 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD772 RTM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 168,431 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play

shock cases corroded

some brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2021 168,431 miles

clutch feed pipe slightly corroded

front d-bush o/s/f worn

oil filter corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2021 168,431 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

clutch feed pipe slightly corroded

front d-bush o/s/f worn

oil filter corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2020 168,431 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 168,431 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 168,431 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2018 168,431 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

clutch hydraulic fluid pipe corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2017 168,431 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 168,431 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 168,426 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 168,379 miles

Rear hole in rear floor panelling

Fail 21 Oct 2015 168,348 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front backing plate slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear hole in rear floor panelling

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 24 Oct 2014 168,178 miles

both front antiroll bar "D" bushes worn

both o/s/f upper suspension arm inner bushes worn (SOME PLAY). Will require attention soon

engine misfire, poor idle (H.C high)

somerust on metal brake pipes, may require attention soon.

Pass 28 Oct 2013 64,703 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Oct 2013 164,519 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 157,847 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 152,963 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 152,963 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 135,527 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 130,185 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 121,404 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 121,042 miles

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2005 104,762 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 104,762 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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D772 RTM is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D772 RTM, 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 D772 RTM registered?

D772 RTM is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 28 April 1987.

Is D772 RTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D772 RTM shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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