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D782 YHG

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

57,411 mi
Last recorded57,411 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD782 YHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 57,411 miles

Slight corrosion to vehicle structure/body

Vehicle structure has corrosion not within prescribed area(s)

Fail 22 May 2017 57,411 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight corrosion to vehicle structure/body

Vehicle structure has corrosion not within prescribed area(s)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 56,783 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 56,783 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 54,340 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside front tyre perished but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside and nearside front inner sills are beginning to corrode

Fail 21 Apr 2015 54,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside front tyre perished but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside and nearside front inner sills are beginning to corrode

Pass 17 Apr 2014 52,291 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 52,291 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 48,692 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 48,692 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 48,255 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 47,254 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 47,254 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 46,569 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 46,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 44,892 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 44,892 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 43,933 miles

Advise on near side main beam high

Advise on off side rear flex hose ferrule coroded

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 7 Apr 2008 43,922 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Advise on near side main beam high

Advise on off side rear flex hose ferrule coroded

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 42,881 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 42,316 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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D782 YHG is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 D782 YHG, 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 D782 YHG registered?

D782 YHG is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 9 June 1987.

Is D782 YHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D782 YHG shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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