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D878 HMU

1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,680 mi
Last recorded95,680 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan74,141 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD878 HMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 95,680 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s outer pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip/crack in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

hand brake requirements only just met

Pass 28 Jun 2019 95,205 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

offside front inner wheel arch / sill corroded but not within any prescribed area

offside rear axle has slight fluid leak

Pass 23 Apr 2018 93,932 miles

Oil leak back of gearbox ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small chip (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 93,533 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both Front Ferrules Corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 92,721 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 92,251 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 92,250 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014 92,053 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

offside rear bump stop missing

Fail 1 May 2014 92,053 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

offside rear bump stop missing

Pass 11 Mar 2013 91,975 miles

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

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

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

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

damage to windscreen outside swept area

nearside and offside front spot lamps not working

Fail 7 Mar 2013 91,974 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

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

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

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

damage to windscreen outside swept area

nearside front spot lamp not working

Pass 16 Feb 2012 90,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 89,453 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 88,222 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 86,698 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 85,050 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 82,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

o/s wiper split

Pass 13 Jul 2006 82,853 miles

o/s wiper split

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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D878 HMU is a 1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 74,141 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D878 HMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 40 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D878 HMU?

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What year was D878 HMU registered?

D878 HMU is a 1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 11 November 1986.

Is D878 HMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D878 HMU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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