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E186 XWJ

1988 Volkswagen Caravelle

Bronze Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,625 mi
Last recorded104,625 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2005
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle110,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE186 XWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1988
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2005 104,625 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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E186 XWJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle in Bronze with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 110,468 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 E186 XWJ, 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 38 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 E186 XWJ?

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What year was E186 XWJ registered?

E186 XWJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E186 XWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E186 XWJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E186 XWJ have outstanding finance?

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