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D982 FSL

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

124,613 mi
Last recorded124,613 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD982 FSL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 124,613 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 124,546 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 123,722 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2023 123,420 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 121,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 120,625 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 120,482 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 119,807 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 117,703 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 117,360 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 114,999 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 112,244 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 110,438 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 109,009 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 108,989 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 107,365 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 106,225 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2006 104,850 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 99,300 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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D982 FSL is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 D982 FSL, 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 D982 FSL?

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What year was D982 FSL registered?

D982 FSL is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 8 June 1987.

Is D982 FSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D982 FSL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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