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E435 DJM

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

160,949 mi
Last recorded160,949 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE435 DJM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 160,949 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2016 155,569 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 155,564 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 147,315 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 147,315 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

steering coupling fouling water pipes

Pass 13 Jun 2013 141,558 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 141,540 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 129,533 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 129,533 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 120,172 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 110,256 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 107,010 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 101,522 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 97,466 miles

rear tyres side walls starting to perish

Pass 9 May 2006 94,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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E435 DJM is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 E435 DJM, 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 E435 DJM registered?

E435 DJM is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 13 October 1987.

Is E435 DJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E435 DJM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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