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E233 MJT

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,591 mi
Last recorded142,591 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2012
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE233 MJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2012 142,591 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 142,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 135,184 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 121,568 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front discs slightly rusty

Pass 12 Jul 2008 125,925 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 120,095 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 118,472 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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E233 MJT is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E233 MJT, 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 E233 MJT?

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What year was E233 MJT registered?

E233 MJT is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 12 August 1987.

Is E233 MJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E233 MJT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E233 MJT have outstanding finance?

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