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E423 AAL

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,398 mi
Last recorded78,398 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE423 AAL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 78,398 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 78,398 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 78,238 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 78,120 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and rear . (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front outrigger corroded but not structural

odometer reading all out of line

Pass 30 Jun 2023 77,811 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 77,805 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 76,885 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 74,912 miles

All tyres perishing / cracking

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 73,482 miles

All tyres cracking / perishing

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 73,027 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 73,025 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 72,054 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 70,727 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 76,632 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 76,407 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,190 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 74,624 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 73,730 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 72,856 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 70,107 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 70,058 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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E423 AAL is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 E423 AAL, 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

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What year was E423 AAL registered?

E423 AAL is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E423 AAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E423 AAL shows 21 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.

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