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D955 FYJ

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 2095cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,094 mi
Last recorded48,094 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2012
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD955 FYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,095cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2012 48,094 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 138,802 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 45,102 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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D955 FYJ is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 2,095cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D955 FYJ, 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

How do I check the history of D955 FYJ?

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What year was D955 FYJ registered?

D955 FYJ is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D955 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D955 FYJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D955 FYJ have outstanding finance?

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